Ep 2. I Am No Bird, and No Net Ensnares Me

Anne season 1 episode 2 is titled "I Am No Bird, and No Net Ensnares Me". The episode continues to follow Anne Shirley, a young orphan girl who has been adopted by the Cuthberts. After settling into her new home in Avonlea, Anne decides that she wants to go to school. Despite Marilla's reservations, Anne convinces her to let her attend.

At school, Anne discovers that life outside of the Cuthbert's home is not as welcoming as she had hoped. She is teased by her classmates for being an orphan and for having red hair. However, Anne is determined to make the best of it and puts all of her effort into her studies.

During a class nature walk, Anne gets lost in the woods and becomes trapped in a bog. Despite being scared, she manages to free herself and make her way back to the school. Her bravery is noticed by her teacher, Miss Stacy, who encourages Anne to write about her experience as a way of expressing herself.

Additionally, the episode explores the budding friendship between Anne and her classmate, Diana. Diana is from a wealthy family and is fascinated by Anne's stories of her life before coming to Avonlea. However, their friendship is put to the test when Anne accidentally gives Diana raspberry cordial instead of currant wine, causing her to become drunk. This incident causes tension between the two girls and nearly ends their friendship.

Overall, "I Am No Bird, and No Net Ensnares Me" continues to highlight the themes of resilience, determination, and the importance of friendships. Though Anne faces many obstacles in this episode, she remains true to herself and continues to fight for what she believes in. The episode also sets up future conflicts and shows the audience that even in a place as idyllic as Avonlea, life can be challenging.