Diary of Anne Frank Act I Scene 5

Why is it ironic that Mr. Van Daan blames the cat for eating all their food?

• The rats are actually eating all the food.

• They are low on food because there are so many mouths to feed.

• The cat only eats rats.

• Mr. Van Daan is the one actually sneaking and eating the food.

What does Peter's prank reveal about Mr. Dussel?

• Peter's prank reveals that Mr. Dussel's allergy to cats is all in Dussel's head.

• Peter's prank reveals that Mr. Dussel hates animals and children.

• Peter's prank reveals that Mr. Dussel can't take a joke.

• Peter's prank reveals that Mr. Dussel enjoys a good joke.

Which of the following is the reason for change in the mood during the celebration from joyful and lighthearted to uncomfortable.

• Mr. Dussel does not like his gift.

• Everyone is fighting over the gift Anne gave to her mother.

• The others are upset that Peter received a gift that was not handmade.

• Mr. Dussel makes a sarcastic joke about Peter's moustache.

Which of the following would be the best choice as to why Anne is giving everyone gifts for Hanukkah?

• Hanukkah is her favorite holiday.

• Anne is giving gifts as a way to make amends for her behavior and actions.

• Anne likes to be the center of attention.

• Anne uses the gifts as a way to give the people in the annex a little bit of hope.

All of the following are the rituals of Hanukkah except ____________.

• saying of prayers

• drinking wine and eating latkes

• the lighting of candles

• wearing a lampshade on one's head

• the giving of gifts

What does the celebration of Hanukkah reveal about Mr. Dussel?

• He does not like parties and being around people.

• He is not a practicing Jew because he knows nothing about Hanukkah.

• He thinks St. Nicholas is real and would rather celebrate St. Nicholas Day.

• He is greedy and would like better presents.

What is the mood in the beginning of Scene 5?

• The mood is joyful.

• The mood is anxious.

• The mood is sarcastic.

• The mood is resentful.