Diary Entry about Friendship

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What is the main concern of the narrator's classmates?

The number of teachers in the class.

The lack of holiday savings.

The upcoming meeting to decide who moves up to the next form. (correct)

The dedication of the narrator's diary.

Why are C.N. and Jacques mentioned in the text?

They have staked their holiday savings on a bet. (correct)

They are the narrator's best friends.

They are examples of teachers.

They are mentioned as calm students.

Which subject is the narrator most unsure about?

English

Science

History

Maths (correct)

How many teachers does the narrator mention having good relationships with?

Nine Signup and view all the answers

What punishment did Mr. Keesing assign to the narrator?

Extra homework on a specific topic. Signup and view all the answers

How does the narrator feel about writing an essay on 'A Chatterbox'?

Annoyed Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker feel when considering writing in a diary?

Lonely and in need of a friend Signup and view all the answers

Why does the speaker think 'paper has more patience than people'?

Because the speaker doesn't want to share their thoughts with anyone Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the speaker decides to write in a diary?

To express feelings and thoughts Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker desire in relation to the diary entries?

To discuss them with a real friend Signup and view all the answers

What do you think the speaker values most at that moment?

Finding a real friend Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker fear about writing in a diary?

That people will judge them Signup and view all the answers

What prompted Anne Frank to start keeping a diary?

Feeling of loneliness and lack of a true friend Signup and view all the answers

In the diary, why does Anne refer to her diary as 'Kitty'?

To enhance the image of her long-awaited friend Signup and view all the answers

How does Anne describe her life on the surface?

Seemingly perfect with loving family and friends Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason Anne feels she cannot confide in her friends?

They only talk about ordinary everyday things Signup and view all the answers

Why does Anne feel that writing in a diary is a strange experience?

She imagines a diary cannot be a true friend Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of companionship does Anne value the most?

Getting closer emotionally and confiding in each other Signup and view all the answers