The Play of the Diary of Anne Frank

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The Play of the Diary of Anne Frank

• Act 2, Scene 2

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Act 2, Scene 2

• Although everyone is worried about Mr Kraler -
  who has been admitted to hospital - there is
  growing excitement at the possibility of an
  Allied invasion of the Netherlands.

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Act 2, Scene 2

• Although Anne isnt in love with Peter, she is
  very happy to have him around.
• Mrs Frank is worried that Anne will expose
  herself to criticism and unpleasantness from Mrs
  van Daan because of her relationship with Peter.

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Act 1, Scene 3

• The themes that are explored through the
  characters and incidents in this scene are
• Conflict
• Triumph over Adversity

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Questions Answers

• Why is Margot jealous of Anne? 
• Margot is jealous that Anne has something to look
  forward to each day and feel excited about.
• What does Anne mean when she says that she will
  have to run the gauntlet?
• To run the gauntlet means to navigate yourself
  through difficult and treacherous obstacles. In
  Annes case, it is Mrs van Daan that she must get
  around safely.
• Why is she criticized for visiting Peters room? 
• Mrs van Daan criticizes Anne for dressing up and
  suggests that it is improper for a girl to call
  on a boy. She feels that it is inappropriate for
  young people to be alone together and suggests
  that they are doing more than talking.