Scene 3
In the beginning of scene 3, what is the stage direction that tells you how much time has passed since the end of Scene 2?
The stage direction says TWO MONTHS LATER
How does Mr. Kraler’s request create a new problem for the residents of the Secret Annex?
There is already little room and little food. Adding another person brings in a new personality and even less of what they already do not have.
In the stage directions, notice the gift that Anne gives her father. How is the scarf connected to Act One, Scene 1? Why is it important for the audience to make the connection?
The scarf is the same. one mr. frank picks up. He is emotional in scene 1 when he sees it because Anne gave it to him during one of their last Hannukahs spent together. He knows it is one of the only things he has left to remember his daughter by.
How does the gradual change in the way the characters are singing reveal their feelings? How does this change affect the mood, or emotional atmosphere, at the end of Act One?
Because the papers bring up painful memories
During the passage of time between scene two and 3, what kinds of tensions do you think have grown among the residents of the Secret Annex, and why?
They cannot leave the secret annex so they are always together in such a small space. There is not enough food, no privacy, etc.
In paragraphs 531–535, explain where Mr. Van Daan goes in the dark.
Mr. Van Daan goes to get food while everyone else is asleep. This is rude because they do not have food and now others will go hungry during the day.
In paragraphs 757–768, what is Mr. Frank’s explanation for what caused the noise downstairs? How does Mr. Dussel respond? What does he fear will happen as a result?
They know it was a thief who took the radio and the money box. Mr. Dussel is extremely upset because he fears the thief will try to save himself when he gets caught some day and give away their hiding place for his own freedom.
The reader can infer that Mr. Frank's main motivation for giving Anne a diary is that
He wants her to have a way of escaping and not feel trapped in the annex.
What conclusions can you draw about Anne and Peter based on the teasing incident?
Anne and peter are friendly, they seem to flirt with eachother, maybe like each other.
In paragraphs 569–571, notice the lines that Mr. and Mrs. Frank speak in German. Consider in your own words why might the playwrights have chosen to have the characters speak German in this part of the script?
Because it is an extremely intimate moment. Maybe Anne does not speak german so they feel more comfortable speaking about this in private.
Review paragraphs 775–784. Which details in the stage directions reveal how the characters sing the Hanukkah song?
They are all anxious at first, they do not want to continue celebrating as they do not feel very joyous.
What is the MAIN difference between scene 1 and scene 2 of act 1?
Scene 1 is set in present day and scene 2 starts the flashback of what happened.
In paragraphs 348–358, what details show how Mr. Van Daan expects girls and women to behave? How does this contrast with the way Anne behaves and what she wants for herself?
He thinks a girl should be obedient and quiet. Anne wants a colorful life full of adventure and wonder.
What is Mr. Dussel like as a member of the secret annex?
He is allergic to cats. He says he gets along well with children however we know he does not.
How does the gradual change in the way the characters are singing reveal their feelings? How does this change affect the mood, or emotional atmosphere, at the end of Act One?
The gradual change in the way they sing reveals they are anxious but because it is Hannukah they can't help but feel hopeful and joyous. They continue the whole song and sing together.
How to properly CAPITALIZE this sentence?
The Franks were a jewish family from germany.
The Franks were a Jewish family from Germany.
In paragraphs 407–419, explain the request that Mr. Kraler makes of Mr. Frank and the others. Why does he request this of them?
He requests that they allow a new member into the secret annex.
What hours of the day do the members of the annex have to stay quiet?
Between 8am and 5pm.
How has Anne Frank changed over the course of act one?
She starts off immature, silly, playful, but by the end we see Anne being thoughtful, creative, and kind.
How does the setting impact the conflict in the story?
Anne relys on her diary because of boredom in the attic. The small close quarters make everyone tense