The Diary of Anne Frank

Timeline 1933- Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party comes into power in Germany. 1935- The Nuremberg Laws are passed—stripping Jews of their rights as citizens in Germany. The Star of David is required to be worn by all Jews. 1939- Germany invaded Poland– triggering the start of WWII. 1929- Anne Frank is born in Frankfurt, Germany. 1933- Mr. Frank moves his family to the Netherlands. 1941- The Frank girls are forced to attend an all Jewish school. 1942- Margot receives a letter to report to a labor camp– the family decides to go into hiding.

The Secret Annex

Westertoren

Connecting to the Story Preparing to read If your family had to go into hiding and you could only bring your most precious possessions…. What would they be? (keep in mind… no one could know where you were… that means no internet access)

Connecting to the Story Act 1, Scene 1, 2 “There are no walls, there are no bolts, no locks that anyone can put on you mind” -Otto Frank What does this quote mean?

Connecting to the Story Act 1, Scene 3 Everyone seems to be getting on one another’s nerves in this scene. If you were in hiding with your family what do you think you would argue about? -think about your pet peeves -think about things you do to irritate your siblings and parents

Anne and Edith Mother Daughter differences

Connecting to the Story Act 1, Scene 4 In this scene Anne has a terrible dream and wants only her father to comfort her. Who do you turn to when you need comfort, are scared, or need advice?

Connecting to the Story Act 1, Scene 5 The “family” is enjoying their Hanukkah celebration, when it is suddenly interrupted by noises from the building below, followed by Peter breaking a lamp. Based on everything that has happened, predict what you think will happen in the second act. How will this story end?

The Secret Annex 3-D tour of the Secret Annex

Connecting to the Story Act 2, Scene 1 Write a response to Anne’s speech on page 928. “We’re young, Margot and Peter and I! you grown-ups have had your chance! But look at us…If we begin thinking of all the horror in the world, we’re lost! We’re trying to hold onto some kind of ideals… when everything…ideals, hopes… everything, are being destroyed! It wasn’t our fault that the world is in such a mess! We weren’t around when all this started! So don’t try to take it out on us!”

Connecting to the Story Act 2, Scene 2 Make a venn diagram listing the differences and similarities between teenagers in the 1940’s and today.

Connecting to the Story Act 2, Scene 3 In this scene Mr. Van Daan is caught stealing food. How is this situation handled in the story? Would you have handled the situation differently? Why or Why not?

Connecting to the Story Act 2, Scene 4, 5 “In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart” --Anne Frank What do you think would have happened to Anne, Margot and Peter survived? How would their lives be different, what would they do when they grew up, would they remain friends?

Timeline December 7, 1941- attack on Pearl Harbor- The United States enters the war, first with Japan, then with Germany June 6, 1944- D-Day- start of the liberation of Europe April 30, 1945- Hitler commits suicide May 7, 1945- Germany surrenders– the war is over in Europe. August 14, 1945- Japan surrenders shortly after the US drops two atomic bombs in Hiroshima and Nagasaki October, 25, 1945- The United Nations is created

Character Analysis Otto Frank Died of lung cancer in 1980

Character Analysis Edith Frank Died at Auschwitz from starvation in 1945

Character Analysis Margot Frank Died of Typhus in Belsen in 1945

Character Analysis Anne Frank Died of Typhus in Belsen in 1945

Character Analysis Mr. Van Daan Died by Gas at Auschwitz in 1944

Character Analysis Mrs. Van Daan Date and place of death are unknown

Character Analysis Peter Van Daan Died on a death march in Mauthausen in 1945

Character Analysis Mr. Dussel Died of illness at Neuengamme in 1945

Character Analysis Mr. Kraler Spent 7 months in a labor camp, but escaped during a forced march and remained in hiding until after the war. Died of old age in 1981.

Character Analysis Miep Gies Died of old age in January, 2010

Playbill Project Cover design- must be creative, colorful and based on the story (20 points) Character- must list at least 5 adjectives to describe each character. Must list how each member died. (10 characters, 2 point each = 20 points) Important dates- must have at least 10 important dates listed in correct order. (1 points each = 10 points) Summaries- Must be well written paragraph giving all the important information. Grammar, spelling, and punctuation will count!! (15 points each; 30 Total) Set design- must be colorful and based on the facts you know about the annex (10 points) Critic review- must be a well written paragraph stating your opinions about the play (10points)