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Theme and Conflict in The Diary of Anne Frank

Question 4 • FL-1001070-M/J Language Arts 3 A-CR

Which of these sentences from The Diary of Anne Frank reflects a conflict between a character and self?

Answer
A
Anne’s Voice: We are all a little thinner. The Van Daans’ “discussions” are as violent as ever.
B
Miep: I’m sorry, Peter. I asked everyone in the neighborhood had they seen a gray cat. But they said no.
C
Mr. Kraler: I said I had to think about it. What shall I do? Pay him the money? . . . Take a chance on firing him . . . or what? I don’t know.
D
Mrs. Van Daan: (Hurrying to Mr. Kraler) There’s the telephone! What does that mean, the telephone ringing on a holiday?

Explanation

A character-versus-self conflict happens when someone struggles with a difficult choice or uncertainty within themselves. Mr. Kraler asks what he should do about the situation and says, “I don’t know,” showing his internal dilemma. The other choices describe arguments between people, an apology, or concern about a ringing telephone.

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