Characters
Who is the main character who keeps the diary the play is based on?
Anne Frank
Why do the Frank family go into hiding?
To avoid being taken by the Nazis.
In what country does the play take place?
The Netherlands (Holland)
What theme is shown when the families must share food and space?
Cooperation / Sacrifice
What is a “diary”?
A personal record of daily thoughts and experiences.
What is the name of Anne’s older sister?
Margot Frank
Where is the hiding place located?
The Secret Annex above Mr. Frank’s office.
What major historical event is happening during the play?
World War II / The Holocaust
Anne often talks about hope. What does she say she still believes in?
“People are really good at heart.”
The play is based on a real diary. What genre is this?
Nonfiction / Drama adapted from real events.
Which adult often clashes with Anne because of their personalities?
Mrs. Van Daan or sometimes Mr. Dussel
What big event forces the families to be even quieter during the day?
Workers in the warehouse can hear noises from the Annex.
What year do the families go into hiding?
1942
What theme is expressed through Anne’s writing in her diary?
The power of self-expression or finding inner strength.
What is a “scene”?
A section of a play where the setting or time changes.
Who helps hide the families by bringing them food and supplies?
Miep Gies
What causes tension between Anne and Mr. Dussel?
They share a room and disagree on space and behavior.
What does the term “Annex” refer to in the play?
The hidden rooms above Mr. Frank’s business.
How does the play show the effects of prejudice?
By showing how Jews were targeted and forced into hiding.
What is dramatic irony in the play?
The audience knows the ending (the arrest), but the characters do not.
Which character is shy at the beginning but becomes a close friend to Anne?
Peter Van Daan
What tragic event happens near the end of the play?
The families are discovered and arrested.
What global event brings hope toward the end of the play?
The Allies invading Normandy (D-Day).
What message does the play send about courage?
Ordinary people can be brave in difficult times.
What does “annex” mean?
An added or attached building or structure.