Anne's first essay is titled "A Chatterbox." In this essay, she tries to justify her habit of talking by arguing that talking is a natural trait of students. She admits that she would never be able to cure herself of this habit, as it is inherited from her mother, who talks just as much if not more. Anne promises to try to keep her talking under control but explains that inherited traits are difficult to change. Her essay is humorous and convincing, and her teacher, Mr. Keesing, found it amusing and laughed at her arguments.
