Gilbert Blythe
A bright and handsome classmate who becomes Anne's academic rival and eventually, her friend.
Core Belief
"Hard work, perseverance, and intellectual achievement are important goals. He values friendship and respects those who are his equals."
Worldview
Gilbert sees the world as a place of opportunity and challenge, where success can be achieved through hard work and determination. He is confident in his abilities and eager to make his mark on the world.
Personality
Gilbert is intelligent, ambitious, and charming, with a competitive spirit and a good sense of humor. He is initially portrayed as a teasing and somewhat mischievous character, but he later demonstrates kindness, maturity, and a genuine admiration for Anne.
In Their Own Words
"I’m awfully sorry I made fun of your hair, Anne. Honest I am. Don’t be mad for keeps, now."
"All right! I’ll never ask you to be friends again, Anne Shirley. And I don’t care either!"
"It wasn’t particularly good of me at all, Anne. I was pleased to be able to do you some small service. Are we going to be friends after this? Have you really forgiven me my old fault?"
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