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WorksheetsAnne Frank Act 1
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 23mins
Who is Mr. Frank?
gentle, cultured European in his middle years; still a trace of German accent in speech; the leader of the annex
tall portly man in his late forties, smoking and wearing expensive, well cut clothes
Dutchman, dependable, kindly
a man in his late fifties, meticulous, finicky, carrying a briefcase
Who is Mr. Van Daan?
gentle, cultured European in his middle years; still a trace of German accent in speech; the leader of the annex
tall portly man in his late forties, smoking and wearing expensive, well cut clothes
Dutchman, dependable, kindly
a man in his late fifties, meticulous, finicky, carrying a briefcase
Who is Mr. Kraler?
gentle, cultured European in his middle years; still a trace of German accent in speech; the leader of the annex
tall portly man in his late forties, smoking and wearing expensive, well cut clothes
Dutchman, dependable, kindly
a man in his late fifties, meticulous, finicky, carrying a briefcase
Who is Mr. Dussel?
gentle, cultured European in his middle years; still a trace of German accent in speech; the leader of the annex
tall portly man in his late forties, smoking and wearing expensive, well cut clothes
Dutchman, dependable, kindly
a man in his late fifties, meticulous, finicky, carrying a briefcase
Who is Mrs. Frank?
a young mother, gently bred, reserved, with a slight German accent
pretty woman in her early forties, wearing a fur coat and clutches her possessions
Dutch woman of about twenty-two, protective and compassionate attitude
Who is Mrs. Van Daan?
a young mother, gently bred, reserved, with a slight German accent
pretty woman in her early forties, wearing a fur coat and clutches her possessions
Dutch woman of about twenty-two, protective and compassionate attitude
Who is Miep Gies?
a young mother, gently bred, reserved, with a slight German accent
pretty woman in her early forties, wearing a fur coat and clutches her possessions
Dutch woman of about twenty-two, protective and compassionate attitude
Who is Margot Frank?
eighteen, beautiful, quiet, shy
shy, awkward boy of sixteen, brings his cat
thirteen, quick in her movements, interested in everything, mercurial in emotions
Who is Anne Frank?
eighteen, beautiful, quiet, shy
shy, awkward boy of sixteen, brings his cat
thirteen, quick in her movements, interested in everything, mercurial in emotions
Who is Peter Van Daan?
eighteen, beautiful, quiet, shy
shy, awkward boy of sixteen, brings his cat
thirteen, quick in her movements, interested in everything, mercurial in emotions
Who is Mouschi?
eighteen, beautiful, quiet, shy
shy, awkward boy of sixteen, brings his cat
thirteen, quick in her movements, interested in everything, mercurial in emotions
the cat
Who gave Anne her diary?
Mrs. Frank
Peter
Mr. Frank
Margot
Who do we know for sure survives the war based on the characters in Act 1, Scene 1?
Mr. Frank and Mr. Kraler
Mr. Frank and Miep
Mr. Frank and Mrs. Frank
Mr. Frank and Anne
Who are the Dutch Gestapo known for their brutality?
The Pink Police
The Green Police
The Red Police
The Blue Police
What year is it in Act 1, Scene 2?
1945
1942
1940
1946
What is Mr. Dussel's career?
Dietitian
Dentist
Dog Trainer
Dancer
Who shares a room with Mr. Dussel?
Anne
Margot
Peter
Mr. Frank
What scene do we meet Mr. Dussel?
Act 1, Scene 1
Act 1, Scene 2
Act 1, Scene 3
Act 1, Scene 4
What are ration books?
A collector's book for mounting stamps
Books that contain factual information, such as biographies and history books
Books of stamps given tp ensure the equal distribution of scarce items, such as meat or gasoline, in times of shortage
Books that contain a story that the author made up, such as romance or children's books
What happens to Mrs. Van Daan’s fur coat?
Anne spills milk on it.
Peter’s cat rips it.
It is accidentally thrown out.
Mr. Van Daan sold it for grocery money.
Why did the Franks wear multiple layers of clothing when moving to the hiding spot?
It was very cold outside and the Franks could not afford coats.
It would look too suspicious for them to bring their clothes in suitcases.
The Franks did not own suitcases.
The journey was much too far to carry suitcases.
Why must the occupants be completely quiet from 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.?
So that no one on the streets hears them.
So that no one in the offices below hears them.
So that the neighbors can’t hear them.
So that the Green Police can’t hear them.
In Act I, Scene 1, the play opens with text in italics. Then, italics are also found interspersed with the lines of the play. The drama term for this is ________________________________.
stage directions
dialogue
script
scene
Which literary device is used in Act 1, Scenes 2-5?
foreshadowing
flashback
parallel plot
Which statement below accurately describes a conflict with Peter’s cat, Mouschi?
Mr. Dussel is allergic to cats.
Anne is jealous because she left her cat at home.
Margot complains that Peter spends too much time alone with his cat.
Mr. Frank lets the cat out of the annex and keeps it a secret from everyone.
In scene 1, what objects does Mr. Frank find in the secret rooms?
Cigarettes
A scarf and a woman's glove
Anne's Diary
Moushi's collar
What did Anne give Peter as a Hanukkah gift?
Cigarettes
Cross word puzzle book
Razor
Shampoo
What did Anne give Mr. Frank as a Hanukkah gift?
Cigarettes
Ear plugs
Razor
Ascot / scarf
What did Anne give Mr. Dussel as a Hanukkah gift?
Paper ball and string
Ear plugs
I.O.U.
Ascot / scarf
What is dialogue?
the words spoken by the characters
provide instructions on how the play should be performed
dramatic performances
the written version of a play
What is a script?
the words spoken by the characters
provide instructions on how the play should be performed
dramatic performances
the written version of a play
What are stage directions?
the words spoken by the characters
provide instructions on how the play should be performed
dramatic performances
the written version of a play
From _____ to _____, the families must try to be as quiet as possible.
6 A.M. - 8 P.M.
6:30 A.M. - 8:30 P.M.
8 A.M. - 6 P.M.
8:30 A.M. - 6:30 P.M.
Who gave Mrs. Van Daan her fur coat?
Mr. Frank
Mr. Van Daan
Her mother
Her father
What is an ack-ack?
an efficient and maneuverable gun that could be mounted on a bipod or tripod depending upon the situation
slang for an anti-aircraft gun's fire
a grenade launcher that was used by German forces in World War II
a flare gun that could fire a variety of grenades
What is Mr. Frank's attitude toward education?
He believes that it is important.
He doesn't care for it.
He lacks the proper education to teach Peter.
He believes it isn't worth their time.
Who does Mrs. Van Daan flirt with?
Mr. Van Daan
Mr. Frank
Mr. Dussel
Mr. Kraler
Vocabulary introduced in Act 1: what does the word conspicuous mean?
noticeable
a nervous, worried, or excited state that makes relaxation impossible
feel angry out of a sense of unfairness
Vocabulary introduced in Act 1: what does the word tension mean?
noticeable
a nervous, worried, or excited state that makes relaxation impossible
feel angry out of a sense of unfairness
Vocabulary introduced in Act 1: what does the word resent mean?
noticeable
a nervous, worried, or excited state that makes relaxation impossible
feel angry out of a sense of unfairness
Vocabulary introduced in Act 1: what does the word insufferable mean?
unbearable
hopelessly confused
one who believes that all events are determined by fate
Vocabulary introduced in Act 1: what does the word bewildered mean?
unbearable
hopelessly confused
one who believes that all events are determined by fate
Vocabulary introduced in Act 1: what does the word fatalist mean?
unbearable
hopelessly confused
one who believes that all events are determined by fate
What are the "rules" everyone has to follow while hiding in the annex?
Burn all trash in the oven
Don't flush the toilet
No running water
Talk at a normal volume
Only move around when necessary
What holiday is celebrated in Act 1?
Halloween
Hanukkah
Easter
Thanksgiving
