The Diary of Anne Frank, Act 1 Flashcard

Front

What significant event occurs in Act One, Scene 1 of 'The Diary of Anne Frank'?

Back

Miep gives Anne's diary to Mr. Frank after the war has ended.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

Why does Mr. Frank want to burn the papers handed to him by Miep?

Back

Because the papers bring back painful memories.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

Front

What is the reason the residents of the Annex must remain quiet during the day?

Back

Any noise might reveal that they are in the building.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

Front

Why does Peter feel relieved to remove the yellow star from his clothing?

Back

He believes that the Nazis branded him with it.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

Front

What upsetting news does Dussel share with the residents of the Annex?

Back

Mr. Kraler had not told them that Jews were being rounded up.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL. 11-12.9

Front

What does Anne's diary symbolize in the context of the play?

Back

It symbolizes hope, identity, and the importance of self-expression.

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

How does the setting of the Annex contribute to the themes of the play?

Back

The setting highlights themes of confinement, fear, and the struggle for survival.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

What role does Miep play in the lives of the people in the Annex?

Back

Miep serves as a protector and a lifeline to the outside world.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL. 11-12.9

Front

How does Anne's character develop in Act One?

Back

Anne shows resilience, creativity, and a desire for freedom despite her circumstances.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Front

What is the significance of the yellow star in the play?

Back

The yellow star represents the discrimination and persecution faced by Jews during the Holocaust.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7