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Why does the play start in 1948 and flash back to 1942?
Why does the play start in 1948 and flash back to 1942?
- To make it clear that the diary was created by Anne in earlier times
- To make the audience wonder what made Mr. Frank so bitter
- To introduce the main characters more slowly to avoid confusion (correct)
- To give the audience a chance to become accustomed to Mr. Frank
What important world event happened between Mr. Frank's visit to the warehouse in 1945 and Anne's diary beginning in 1942?
What important world event happened between Mr. Frank's visit to the warehouse in 1945 and Anne's diary beginning in 1942?
- World War II began
- The Vietnam War began
- The Berlin wall came down
- World War II ended (correct)
In the opening scene, why is Mr. Frank visiting the warehouse rooms with Miep?
In the opening scene, why is Mr. Frank visiting the warehouse rooms with Miep?
- He is looking for a place to live
- He wants one last look at the place where he last saw his family (correct)
- He wants to get his scarf back
- He is looking for his daughter's diary
Why do the Frank family and the Van Daan family move into the rooms in the top floor of the warehouse?
Why do the Frank family and the Van Daan family move into the rooms in the top floor of the warehouse?
Why does Peter consider himself a 'lone wolf'?
Why does Peter consider himself a 'lone wolf'?
What is the main reason Peter removes his Star of David from his clothes?
What is the main reason Peter removes his Star of David from his clothes?
How would you best describe Mrs.Van Daan’s behavior towards Mr.Frank?
How would you best describe Mrs.Van Daan’s behavior towards Mr.Frank?
Which word best characterizes the relationship between Mr. and Mrs. Van Daan?
Which word best characterizes the relationship between Mr. and Mrs. Van Daan?
What is Mr. Van Daan's primary concern when Mr. Dussel joins the families?
What is Mr. Van Daan's primary concern when Mr. Dussel joins the families?
Why is Anne deeply upset upon hearing about Jopie de Waal's disappearance?
Why is Anne deeply upset upon hearing about Jopie de Waal's disappearance?
Study Notes
Introduction to the Play
- The play starts in 1948 and flashes back to 1942.
Historical Context
- Between Mr. Frank's visit to the warehouse in 1945 and Anne's diary beginning in 1942, World War II was happening.
Mr. Frank's Visit
- Mr. Frank visits the warehouse rooms with Miep in the opening scene, possibly to prepare the secret annex.
The Secret Annex
- The Frank family and the Van Daan family move into the rooms on the top floor of the warehouse to hide from the Nazis.
Peter's Character
- Peter considers himself a 'lone wolf', possibly due to his personality or adaptation to hiding.
The Star of David
- Peter removes his Star of David from his clothes, likely to avoid persecution or detection by the Nazis.
Mrs. Van Daan's Behavior
- Mrs. Van Daan is hostile or unfriendly towards Mr. Frank.
The Van Daans' Relationship
- The relationship between Mr. and Mrs. Van Daan is strained or tense.
Mr. Van Daan's Concern
- Mr. Van Daan's primary concern when Mr. Dussel joins the families is the lack of space and resources.
Anne's Upset
- Anne is deeply upset upon hearing about Jopie de Waal's disappearance, possibly because she identifies with his situation or fears the same fate.
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Test your understanding of why 'The Diary of Anne Frank' play starts in 1948 and flashes back to 1942. Choose the correct statements regarding the purpose of this organization according to the stage directions.
