The Diary Of Anne Frank Quiz Questions
This quiz is about the book, The Diary of Anne Frank. Based on what you know from reading this book, answer the questions as best as you can.
- 1.
What is a carillon?
- A.
A whistle
- B.
Bells
- C.
A dog
- D.
A person
Correct Answer
B. BellsExplanation
A carillon is a musical instrument consisting of a set of bells. It is typically housed in a bell tower or belfry and played by striking the bells with a keyboard or by an automated mechanism. The bells are usually made of bronze and vary in size, producing different pitches when struck. Carillons are commonly found in churches and other public buildings, and their melodic tones can be heard over a wide area. They are often used to play hymns, traditional tunes, or original compositions, and are considered an important part of cultural and musical heritage in many countries.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What does the yellow Star of David indicate?
- A.
An individual wearing one was a Nazi.
- B.
An individual wearing one was poor.
- C.
An individual wearing one was a Jew.
- D.
It was a fashion statement.
Correct Answer
C. An individual wearing one was a Jew.Explanation
The yellow Star of David was a symbol used by the Nazis to identify and discriminate against Jews during the Holocaust. Jewish individuals were forced to wear this yellow badge as a means of marking them and separating them from the rest of society. Wearing the yellow Star of David indicated that the person was Jewish and subjected them to persecution and ultimately led to their imprisonment and extermination in concentration camps.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who does not share a residence with the Franks in the book?
- A.
Mr. Dussel
- B.
Miep and Mr. Kraler
- C.
The Van Daans
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Miep and Mr. KralerExplanation
Miep and Mr. Kraler do not share a residence with the Franks in the book. This means that they do not live together in the same place.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How does the relationship between Peter and Anne develop over time?
- A.
They liked each other right away, then they started hating each other.
- B.
There was animosity between them, but over time they learned to tolerate and like each other.
- C.
They never spoke.
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. There was animosity between them, but over time they learned to tolerate and like each other.Explanation
The correct answer suggests that initially, Peter and Anne had animosity between them. However, as time passed, they were able to overcome their differences and develop a relationship based on tolerance and liking for each other. This implies that their relationship evolved from a negative to a positive one over time.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Why are they so afraid of the thief?
- A.
They are afraid he/she will tell the Nazi authorities.
- B.
They are frightened that he/she will kill them.
- C.
They might catch a disease from the thief.
- D.
They are not afraid of the thief;they think it is petty.
Correct Answer
A. They are afraid he/she will tell the Nazi authorities.Explanation
The correct answer is "They are afraid he/she will tell the Nazi authorities." This answer suggests that the reason for their fear is the thief potentially informing the Nazi authorities about their actions or whereabouts. This fear likely stems from the fact that during the time of the Nazis, anyone suspected of opposing or hiding from them was at risk of severe punishment or even death.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who steals the bread?
- A.
Mr. Frank
- B.
Miep
- C.
Peter
- D.
Mr. Van Daan
Correct Answer
D. Mr. Van DaanExplanation
Mr. Van Daan is the correct answer because in the context of the question, it is implied that someone is stealing bread. Out of the given options, Mr. Van Daan is the only person mentioned who could potentially be involved in the theft. Therefore, it can be inferred that Mr. Van Daan is the one who steals the bread.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was Peter's nickname for Anne?
- A.
Anneke
- B.
Mrs. Quack Quack
- C.
Girl
- D.
She had no nickname.
Correct Answer
B. Mrs. Quack QuackExplanation
Peter's nickname for Anne was "Mrs. Quack Quack".Rate this question:
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- 8.
Why did Anne leave her diary?
- A.
She didn't want it anymore.
- B.
She forgot it.
- C.
She was told to leave everything but a pack of clothes.
- D.
She dropped it.
Correct Answer
C. She was told to leave everything but a pack of clothes.Explanation
The correct answer is "She was told to leave everything but a pack of clothes." This suggests that Anne left her diary because she was instructed to leave behind all her belongings except for a pack of clothes. It implies that she had no choice but to leave her diary behind as part of the instructions given to her.Rate this question:
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- 9.
True or False: Mr. Van Daan has never smoked a cigarette in his life.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The answer is False because in the context of the question, it is stated that Mr. Van Daan has never smoked a cigarette in his life. This means that he has smoked at least once in his life, contradicting the statement made in the question.Rate this question:
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- 10.
True or False: Mr. Dussel was very kind to Anne and everyone else who lived with him.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "Mr. Dussel was very kind to Anne and everyone else who lived with him" is false. Throughout the diary of Anne Frank, it is evident that Mr. Dussel was not kind to Anne or the other inhabitants of the Secret Annex. He frequently clashed with Anne and was often portrayed as irritable, selfish, and difficult to get along with. His behavior caused tension and conflicts within the confined space, making it clear that he was not a kind person.Rate this question:
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- 11.
True or False: Anne and her family celebrate Hanukkah.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer is true because the question states that Anne and her family celebrate Hanukkah. This means that they partake in the traditions and customs associated with the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.Rate this question:
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