The Diary of Anne Frank Act 1

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What Jewish holiday are they celebrating in Scene 5?

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Hanukkah

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Why are the Franks living in the secret Annex?

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They are avoiding being captured and killed by Nazis.

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Why does Act 1 Scene 1 start in 1945 before jumping back to 1942?

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It helps the audience understand that whatever happened at the end of their time in the Annex was not good and made a lasting impression on Mr. Frank.

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What was Anne's nightmare about?

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The Green Police capturing her.

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Who made the sound downstairs?

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A thief.

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What is the significance of the secret Annex in 'The Diary of Anne Frank'?

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It represents the hiding place of the Franks and others during the Holocaust, symbolizing fear and survival.

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What does Anne's diary represent?

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A voice of hope, resilience, and the struggles of a young girl during the Holocaust.

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Who are the main characters introduced in Act 1?

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Anne Frank, Otto Frank, Edith Frank, Margot Frank, Peter Van Daan, and others.

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What does the term 'Green Police' refer to in the context of the play?

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The Nazi police who enforced anti-Jewish laws and hunted down Jews.

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What is the mood of the characters in the secret Annex?

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The mood is tense and fearful due to the constant threat of discovery.