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The Diary of a Young Girl: Anne Frank
p. 1-18 Comprehension Questions
1. Describe how Anne celebrated her birthday in 1942.
2. What do you think Anne meant by saying, “Paper has more patience than people” (6)?
3. Why did Anne want to begin writing in her diary?
4. Describe Anne’s immediate family (mother, father, sister, grandmother).
5. Name three laws enforced against the Jewish people at this time. Try to explain the
rationale behind these laws. (8)
6. Select an adjective you would use to describe Anne so far. Use textual evidence to
support your answer.
7. What is the only mode of transportation allowed for Jews to use? Explain why you think
this is still allowed. (12)
8. Father discussed going into hiding for the first time. What was his response when Anne
asked why they would do that? (18)