Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl Discussion Questions

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1. In the pages of the diary, Anne Frank describes several conflicts that she faces. Explain

what they are.

2. Anne describes the many ways the Jews were discriminated against and persecuted by

Hitler. Explain what they are.

3. Contrast the relationship that Anne has with her mother and father.

4. Explain how Ane feels about Margot and why.

5. Mr. Dussel and Mrs. Van Daan are particularly troublesome to Anne. Explain why.

6. Describe what daily life was like in the Secret Annex.

7. Anne definitely matures during the 25 months she lives in the annex. Explain how she

changes from the beginning and the end of the diary.

8. Explain all the reasons the diary is important to Anne.

9. What are the two primary themes of the diary and how are they developed.

10. Why do you think the diary has become a classic piece of literature and how is it

an ironic piece of writing?