Said Marilla Quote by L.M. Montgomery
““There's one thing plain to be seen, Anne," said Marilla, "and that is that your fall off the Barry roof hasn't injured your tongue at all.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery, 1908
Marilla humorously reassures Anne that a minor mishap hasn't caused serious harm.
In simple terms: Minor injuries often aren't as bad as they seem.
Don't overreact to small setbacks.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school accidents
- sports injuries
- everyday mishaps
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when someone minimizes your pain?
- When is humor helpful in reassurance?
The comment down downplay the seriousness of a potentially dangerous fall.