The Diary of Anne Frank, Act I

What causes the Franks and Van Daans to move into the rooms on the top floor of the warehouse?

• Their own homes have been destroyed by bombs.

• They are hiding from the Nazis, who have been persecuting Jews.

• The warehouse has more space than their old homes.

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In the opening scene, why is Mr. Frank visiting the warehouse rooms with Miep?

• He is looking for his daughter's diary.

• He wants to get his scarf back.

• He wants one last look at the place where he last saw his family.

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The Van Daans and Franks must remain quiet during daytime hours because

• Anne, Margot, and Peter need to study.

• too much noise makes Mrs. Van Daan nervous.

• they don't want the workers in the building to hear them.

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When Mr. Frank visits the warehouse in November 1945, what important world event is going on between those two dates?

• World War II

• World War I

• Vietnam War

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Why does Peter remove the Star of David from his clothes?

• He resents the fact the Nazis force Jews to wear it.

• He wants to store it in a safe place.

• He wants to sew the initials on his clothes instead.

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Mrs. Van Daan's behavior toward Mr. Frank is

• respectful

• serious

• flirtatious

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How does Anne feel about removing the Star of David?

• She cannot destroy it; it represents her religion.

• She is upset with the Nazis for making her wear it.

• She is still undecided if she wants to destroy it or if she wants to keep it.

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At the end of Act I, what special event are the characters celebrating?

• Hanukkah

• Christmas

• Kwanza

• Ramadan

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Why does Anne scream in the night?

• She has a terrible nightmare.

• She is very angry at her mother.

• She is very happy, thrilled and excited about the holiday approaching.

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What effect is their situation having on the attic dwellers after two months?

• They have all become close friends.

• Most relationships have become tense.

• Everyone in the attic does his best to ignore the the others.

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