Anne Frank Flashcard Act 1 Scenes 1 & 2

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Which three things does Mr. Frank keep from the annex in Act 1 Scene 1?

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Scarf, glove, diary

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ARDENT means?

Back

passionate about something

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Who is Peter’s mother, described as spoiled, selfish, flirtatious, and often embarrassing to Peter?

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Petronella

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What is the definition of MERCURIAL?

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quickly changing

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What is the difference between an Act and a Scene in a play?

Back

An Act is a major division, and scenes are smaller divisions that divide Acts.

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What does the term 'Annex' refer to in the context of Anne Frank's story?

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A secret space where the Frank family hid during World War II.

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What is the significance of Anne's diary?

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It serves as a personal account of her thoughts and experiences during hiding.

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Define the term 'Holocaust'.

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The genocide of six million Jews during World War II.

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What does the term 'persecution' mean in the context of the play?

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The systematic mistreatment of a group, particularly Jews during the Nazi regime.

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Who is Miep Gies?

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A friend of the Frank family who helped them while they were in hiding.