Anne Frank: The Final Days Quiz

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What was the initial action taken by the police when they entered Mr. Kraler's office?

They ordered everyone to leave the building.

They told everyone to stay in their seats. (correct)

They began searching the warehouse for hiding suspects.

They demanded to see Mr. Kraler immediately.

Which event does the author describe occurring on August 4, 1944?

The warehouse clerk revealed their location.

The police arrested the occupants of the Secret Annex. (correct)

The war came to an unexpected end.

The occupants of the Secret Annex were taken to safety.

What did the police demand from Otto Frank during the raid?

Information about their hiding place.

All the valuables they possessed. (correct)

The location of the secret entrance.

To reveal the whereabouts of other fugitives.

What were some clues that led to the suspicion of the warehouse clerk?

He observed slight rearrangements in the office furniture. Signup and view all the answers

What sentiment did the occupants of the Secret Annex have in the weeks leading up to their arrest?

They felt optimistic about the war turning in their favor. Signup and view all the answers

What does the author mention about the depiction of the raid in theatrical renditions?

They portray the scene as incredibly chaotic. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the author refrain from questioning the German police sergeant?

He assumed the sergeant would lie about the events. Signup and view all the answers

What indications showed that the war was nearing its end, as perceived by the occupants?

The Russians were advancing into Poland. Signup and view all the answers

What was Otto Frank doing when the police arrived?

Giving Peter Van Daan an English lesson Signup and view all the answers

How did Anne Frank feel during the train journey to Westerbork?

Hopeful and free Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial response of the authorities to Otto Frank's knowledge about other Jews?

They doubted he would know where they were hiding Signup and view all the answers

What was the living situation like for the prisoners at the police headquarters?

They had better food than in the Secret Annex Signup and view all the answers

What reasons did the prisoners have for feeling cheerful during the transfer to Westerbork?

They had been given a little food for the journey Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. de Wiek say about Anne Frank's appearance at Westerbork?

Her beauty seemed to influence Peter Van Daan Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the feelings Anne had while looking out the window during the train trip?

She enjoyed the scenery and felt a sense of freedom Signup and view all the answers

What did the prisoners anticipate during their transport to Westerbork?

Possibly being sent to another camp Signup and view all the answers

What distinguished Anne Frank's demeanor compared to those around her at Westerbork?

She engaged with new people and maintained a level of happiness. Signup and view all the answers

How did Otto Frank demonstrate his concern for Anne during her illness?

He spent hours by her bedside telling her stories. Signup and view all the answers

What was the fate of those who boarded the trucks with red crosses during the arrival at Auschwitz?

They were never seen again. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant physical change observed in Anne when she was at Auschwitz?

Her eyes appeared larger and more beautiful. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary activity that Anne and the other prisoners had to do while at Auschwitz?

They were forced to fulfill manual labor under strict supervision. Signup and view all the answers

During the harrowing journey to Auschwitz, what was a common condition they faced while traveling?

The train frequently stopped due to air raids. Signup and view all the answers

How did Anne’s sister Margot behave in comparison to Anne during their time in captivity?

She spoke very little. Signup and view all the answers

What emotional change did Anne experience during her time in Auschwitz?

Her gaiety completely vanished. Signup and view all the answers

What illness did Anne and Margot Frank contract?

Typhus Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Margot Frank before her death?

She fell into a coma and rolled out of bed Signup and view all the answers

Where were Anne Frank and her mother sent?

Bergen-Belsen Signup and view all the answers

How did the author describe Anne Frank when she met her friend Lies at Bergen-Belsen?

Starving and freezing Signup and view all the answers

What fate befell Peter Van Daan?

He was taken by the SS and was never heard from again Signup and view all the answers

What tragic event does the book primarily focus on?

The life of Anne Frank in the Secret Annex Signup and view all the answers

What inspired the author to write about Anne Frank?

A letter from a teenage girl in Japan Signup and view all the answers

How long did Anne Frank and the others stay in hiding?

25 months Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial purpose of the film where Anne Frank appeared?

To capture a wedding Signup and view all the answers

What emotional response did the play adaptation of Anne's diary evoke in German audiences?

Silence and reflection Signup and view all the answers

What does the author claim about Anne Frank even in her tragic circumstances?

She remained indomitable Signup and view all the answers

Which location is associated with the end of Anne Frank's life?

Bergen-Belsen concentration camp Signup and view all the answers

What type of account is the author's book primarily structured as?

A chronological account Signup and view all the answers

What primarily masked the entrance to the hiding place of Anne Frank and others?

A swinging bookcase Signup and view all the answers

What relationship did Anne Frank develop during her time in the Secret Annex?

A growing love for Peter Van Daan Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the atmosphere of the Secret Annex before the raid?

Relaxed and comfortable Signup and view all the answers

What did the police demand upon entering the Secret Annex?

Valuables from the occupants Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurred on August 4, 1944?

The Secret Annex was raided Signup and view all the answers

How did Anne Frank communicate her thoughts and feelings during her time in hiding?

By addressing her imaginary friend Kitty in her diary Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the raid on the Secret Annex contradicted the portrayal in the stage version?

The raid was quiet and sudden Signup and view all the answers

Who was described as being relaxed and comfortable just before the raid occurred?

The eight occupants of the Secret Annex Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anne Frank's Diary: Publishing and Aftermath

was published in 1947, by Ernst Schnabel, who wrote a book called A Tragedy Revealed: A Heroine's Last Days.
A 1941 film reel shows Anne for ten seconds, an accident of being present during a wedding scene.
The film shows her standing alone in a window, looking out, as the camera passes.
Her diary has been translated into various languages.
A play based on the diary was a success, particularly in Germany.
The author traveled to gather material, visiting locations and speaking to people who knew Anne or survived the ordeal.
Forty-two people were interviewed.
The diary reflects Anne's relationship with family, and her development as a perceptive girl (13 at the start, 15 at the end).
The background to the story is the Holocaust, specifically Hitler's annihilation of six million European Jews.

Secret Annex: Diary and Reality

The Secret Annex was a hiding place for eight people during WWII, in Amsterdam, Holland, protected only by a bookcase and the bravery of a few Christians.
The diary recounts daily life in the cramped space, including the anxieties about the Nazi occupation, Allied air raids and the growing fear of capture.
The diary shows Anne's observations on the people and situations around her, including her feelings toward family and developing feelings.
The diary entries end on August 1, 1944, talking about personal unpredictability.
The play version expands on the August 4, 1944, events when the Annex was discovered.
The actual discovery took place in a less dramatic fashion; doors opened, not with screaming, and there were people working in the offices around the Annex.
The Frank family, Van Daan family, and the dentist, Albert Dussel, lived there for 25 months.
The hiding place was in a building, with other workers there.

Auschwitz and Bergen-Belsen

The Franks, Vans, and Dussel were eventually sent to Westerbork, a concentration camp for Jews in Holland.
They later went to Auschwitz, a concentration extermination camp in Poland where many died from malnutrition, sickness, and the horrors of the camp.
Anne had a "special optimism" during her journey to the camps.
Anne and Margot Frank, were rejected for work, and sent to Bergen-Belsen.
Anne Frank and several other occupants of the Annex died at Bergen-Belsen during the war.

Aftermath and Legacy

Anne's diary became a way to spread awareness and reflection for the world
Several survivors were interviewed in addition to the historical accounts.
There was an emphasis on Anne's resilience, even in the face of extreme adversity.
Anne's character and journey touched many lives, creating further discussion about her and the past.

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Test your knowledge about the events leading to the arrest of Anne Frank and her family, focusing on their experiences and the police raid. This quiz covers significant moments from August 4, 1944, to their transfer to Westerbork. Explore the emotional climate and various reactions during this pivotal time in history.