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Anne Frank I 4-5
The Diary of Anne Frank Act I Sc 4 - 5
Question | Answer |
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What does Anne do to show her growing sensitivity to other people's feelings? | She defends Peter and his cat to Mr. Van Daan. |
Why is it important for the characters in the Secret Annex to celebrate Hanukkah? | It is important because it gives them the chance to unite in prayer and to remember their faith. |
Why does Anne give Hanukkah presents to the others? | She wants to give joy to the others. |
In the crisis that follows the crash of the lampshade, what do Mr. Frank's actions show about his character? | Mr. Frank is the most logical thinker in the group. |
What is the most likely reason that Mr. Frank asks Anne and Margot to continue singing the Hanukkah Song at the end of Act I? | He wants to lift the spirits of the others and remind them of their faith. |
While in hiding, what is the special "object of importance" for Mr. Dussel? | medical bag |
While in hiding, what is the special "object of importance" for Mrs. Van Daan? | fur coat |
While in hiding, what is the special "object of importance" for Anne Frank? | diary |
While in hiding, what is the special "object of importance" for Peter Van Daan? | cat |
In Scene 4, after her latest nightmare, Anne calls herself a coward because of her fear. Why is her image of herself considered to be dramatic irony? | The reader knows the truth about her fate and her bravery. |
What are other examples of irony in Act I Scenes 4 and 5? | the lyrics of the Hanukkah song; Anne's wish list for new clothes, a bicycle, and taking a hot bath; Mr. Van Daan's complaint about Peter's cat eating all the food. |
What does 'tyranny' mean? | unjust use of power |
What does 'gingerly' mean? | carefully |
What does 'ostentatiously' mean? | in a showy manner |
What does 'zeal' mean? | great enthusiasm |
What does 'appalled' mean? | horrified |