Writing
Anne's dream is to become a writer: "I want to be a journalist or something. I love to write" (2.3). She wants to do great things someday and wants to improve herself through her writing. Her words...
Hanukah Celebration
The residents of the Annex are surprised when Anne creates little gifts for each of them for Hanukah. The simple ceremony and lighting of the menorah reminds each of them what they have to be grate...
Peter Van Daan
Anne and Peter develop a relationship out of mutual respect. Being forced into close quarters helps them to recognize the strengths and weaknesses of each other, but also to bring on a friendship t...
Mouschi
A big deal is made about Peter's kitty. Peter's sort of weirdly obsessed with the thing, while Anne is sad she wasn't able to bring her own cat. Mr. Frank says, "I'm glad you brought your cat" (1.2...