The diary of Anne Frank notes cover

The diary of Anne Frank notes

by Dorothea Shefer-Vanson

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into critical elements and ideas within classic works of literature. CliffsNotes on Diary of Anne Frank takes you into the handwritten accounts of life in hiding from Nazis in World War II. Following the feelings of a 13-year-old Jewish girl who recorded her thoughts, impressions, dreams, and cherished hopes during the two years before she and her family were discovered, this study companion covers the backgrounds and fates of the real people within Anne's diary. Other features that help you figure out this important work include Historical background centering around World War II Critical commentaries covering each year Anne Frank spent in hiding Suggested essay topics to inspire discussion Selected bibliography for further research Classic literature or modern-day treasure -- you'll understand it all wi...

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?