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How did Anne Frank describe her family and herself to her diary?
How did Anne Frank describe her family and herself to her diary?
Sophisticated, calm, serious, etc.
What were Jews forbidden to do? (Select all that apply)
What were Jews forbidden to do? (Select all that apply)
What did Anne and her family have to wear on their jackets when out in public?
What did Anne and her family have to wear on their jackets when out in public?
The yellow Star of David
Where was Anne's sister being sent to, and why?
Where was Anne's sister being sent to, and why?
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How did Anne and her family plan on avoiding Margot being sent to the labor camps?
How did Anne and her family plan on avoiding Margot being sent to the labor camps?
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Why did the family have to wear all their clothes and pack the rest in a backpack?
Why did the family have to wear all their clothes and pack the rest in a backpack?
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Where did Anne and her family go into hiding and how long did they stay there?
Where did Anne and her family go into hiding and how long did they stay there?
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Why did they have to sew curtains?
Why did they have to sew curtains?
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Why did they have to stay quiet during the day?
Why did they have to stay quiet during the day?
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What family joined the Franks in the attic?
What family joined the Franks in the attic?
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How many Jews were rounded up in the last week, according to Mrs. Van Pels?
How many Jews were rounded up in the last week, according to Mrs. Van Pels?
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What woke up Anne and the other people in the attic so abruptly?
What woke up Anne and the other people in the attic so abruptly?
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What comforts did everyone seem to miss when it came to taking a bath?
What comforts did everyone seem to miss when it came to taking a bath?
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Why was Mr. Dussel allowed in but not a family?
Why was Mr. Dussel allowed in but not a family?
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How many Jews were gone now, according to Mr. Dussel?
How many Jews were gone now, according to Mr. Dussel?
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How long were the Franks gone by the time Mr. Dussel arrived?
How long were the Franks gone by the time Mr. Dussel arrived?
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Who had to share a room with Mr. Dussel?
Who had to share a room with Mr. Dussel?
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Why was Anne so mad at Mr. Dussel?
Why was Anne so mad at Mr. Dussel?
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When Hanukkah arrived, what did the family do to celebrate?
When Hanukkah arrived, what did the family do to celebrate?
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Why was Anne starting to feel like no one was sticking up for her?
Why was Anne starting to feel like no one was sticking up for her?
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Why was Mr. Vanpel trying to sell Mrs. Vanpel's fur coat?
Why was Mr. Vanpel trying to sell Mrs. Vanpel's fur coat?
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What did Anne think was strange when she was downstairs with Peter picking up supplies?
What did Anne think was strange when she was downstairs with Peter picking up supplies?
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Why were Anne and Peter hanging out more and more in the attic?
Why were Anne and Peter hanging out more and more in the attic?
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Besides the door, what else was Peter upset about?
Besides the door, what else was Peter upset about?
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Why do you think Anne ran away once Peter kissed her?
Why do you think Anne ran away once Peter kissed her?
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Why do you think Mr. Dussel continues to cry frequently?
Why do you think Mr. Dussel continues to cry frequently?
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What was the family so happy about when listening to the radio?
What was the family so happy about when listening to the radio?
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What did Anne say that her generation of females would do differently than her mom's generation?
What did Anne say that her generation of females would do differently than her mom's generation?
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Was Margot upset that Anne and Peter were together?
Was Margot upset that Anne and Peter were together?
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What was the Frank motto?
What was the Frank motto?
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Why do you think Anne's parents made her still study and do homework, even though they were hiding and in the middle of a long world war?
Why do you think Anne's parents made her still study and do homework, even though they were hiding and in the middle of a long world war?
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What noise woke up the family, to where Anne's mom said: 'they've come for us?'
What noise woke up the family, to where Anne's mom said: 'they've come for us?'
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Study Notes
Anne Frank’s Family and Hiding
- Anne describes her family as sophisticated, calm, and serious.
- Jews were prohibited from engaging in activities like biking, attending movies, driving, and attending Dutch schools.
- Anne’s family had to wear the yellow Star of David on their jackets in public.
- Margot Frank was ordered to report to a labor camp to work in Germany.
Life in Hiding
- To prevent Margot from being sent to the camps, the Frank family planned to hide in a secret annex.
- The family dressed in layers and packed essentials in backpacks to avoid arousing suspicion while traveling.
- They hid in an attic apartment behind Otto Frank's business at Prinsengracht 263 in Amsterdam for over two years (25 months).
- Curtains were sewn to prevent outsiders from seeing into the annex.
Daily Challenges
- The family had to remain quiet during the day to avoid detection by workers below the attic.
- The Van Daan family joined them in hiding.
- A significant event involved around 700 Jews being rounded up in the last week, as noted by Mrs. Van Pels.
- Explosions frequently woke them, a reminder of the dangers outside.
Personal Struggles
- Residents missed basic comforts, particularly hot water and privacy.
- Mr. Dussel was allowed to join the group due to limited space, but no more families could enter.
- By Mr. Dussel’s arrival, hundreds of Jews had gone missing since July.
- Anne shared a room with Mr. Dussel and often found him inconsiderate.
Celebrations and Relationships
- During Hanukkah, the family commemorated the occasion by lighting a menorah.
- Anne felt increasingly isolated as she was often compared to Margot and vented frustrations were directed at her.
- Mr. Van Pels attempted to sell his wife’s fur coat for money to buy cigarettes.
- Anne and Peter began to spend more time together, developing feelings for each other.
Emotional Well-being
- Anne found it strange to be so close to the outside world while collecting supplies with Peter.
- Mr. Dussel's frequent crying reflected his deep loneliness amid their challenging circumstances.
- The family celebrated the news of the invasion on the radio, a moment of joy and hope.
Future Generations
- Anne believed her generation of women would be more assertive and willing to fight for their rights compared to their mothers.
- Despite the dire situation, Anne's parents encouraged her to continue studying to distract from the reality of war.
- The sound of burglars breaking into the warehouse led Anne’s mother to exclaim, "they've come for us," indicating their fears were becoming reality.
Themes of Hope and Resilience
- Hope served as the mantra for the Frank family throughout their ordeal.
- Anne’s relationship with Peter blossomed amid the turmoil, showcasing a youthful desire for connection amidst adversity.
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Test your knowledge on the movie adaptation of Anne Frank's diary with these questions and answers. Explore the details of Anne's life, her family's experiences, and the restrictions imposed on Jews during that time. This quiz is perfect for fans of the masterpiece classic.