The Diary of Anne Frank is composed of journal entries written by Anne Frank. Pretend you are a member of the annex. Write a journal entry that is fitting to this point of the story. Your journal entry should be at least one paragraph in length.
It is really tiring to be locked up in the annex. I wish that we could sleep through when the workers are in the office. The fact that we have to make no noise is really painful. I build up so much energy while I can't talk. If we're not able to get out soon, I'm going to die of boredom. At least the Hanuka celebration was good. Anne gave everyone gifts, so I kind of felt bad about that, but the gifts gave me joy. I just hope that nothing happens that gives us away.
~March 4, 2014 We are in hiding still. We've been like this for the past 2-3 months and every day is always bringing up the question. Will we live to see tomorrow? Everyone is draped with fear when we even hear the slightest creak down below us. Things are getting tougher too when it comes to getting along. People are always under each other's skin. It can be annoying at some points, but I'm really trying to learn to live with it. I am not aware of the food situation at this point. I am just grateful with what we get. I don't know about everything that is going on in the outside world, but I know it's negative. When I try to keep everyone in a cheery mood though, I get plastered with criticism. I don't know if that's a correct way to use "plastered". Oh well. I'll try to write tomorrow. Adios!
Dear Journal, Today there was a noise downstairs when none of the workers had arrived yet. We all believed it was the Green Police and that someone had found us. Thank goodness Father came back up with only news that it was a thief. Althought a thief is no good, I would rather have that than the Green Police to find us. It is the start of Hanukkah and this is the first year that we aren't giving presents. Anne had surprised us all with gifts that she had gotten from Miep or made herself out of scraps. For once, Anne did something sweet that didn't necassarily annoy everyone. I hope the rest of Hanukkah will be as good as it is when we're home.. although we won't have latkes. After all, we are still alive so that's a good enough Hanukkah present. Sincerely, Devyn
Dear Journal, It's the 65th day in the Annex, and I can't take it anymore. Everybody is so annoying! Peter wont stop fondling with his cat, Mrs. Van Daan wont stop flirting with Mr. Frank, Margot wont stop being so perfect, and worst of all, Anne is Anne. She has the biggest mood swings ever. One second, she loves everyone and tries to act like a little angel, then the next minute she's the devil. To make things even worse, we cant eat much, we cant shower much, and we cant move. I just want all of this to end and go back to normal.
Dear diary, Today was a nightmare. It's the first day of Hanukkah and our celebration was horrible. We had to blow out the candle early because Father said we had to ration that candle wax. The only happiness during the night was when my younger sister, Gracie, gave out presents to us that she made from odds and ends. It was so sweet of her. Our night turned for an alarming turn when we heard a crash downstairs. We all stood in a silent fear and Father went down to investigate, against my will of course. He said it was just a robber, but I am uncertain about our fate in the Annex. I shall update you tomorrow, for Father and Mother say it's time for bed. Signed, Alexandra McDermott
Dear Diary, Although Anne get's on my nerves, the gift she gave me was really thought out and good. Those earplugs she gave me, will brought to good use. It was quite the surprise that she was able to give us gifts, when we are in hiding, and so limited of things. Hannukah was starting to be very fun, until the big scare. We thought the nazi's were after us, turns out it was just a thief. Thank god we weren't found, but now we are in more danger then ever! If it wasn't for that darn get getting my allergies out of control; maybe I would of have a good ending to this holiday. Hopefully Anne doesn't have one of those ANNOYING nightmares again, but I will have my earplugs. Sincerely, Mr.Dussel
Dear Diary, I truly believe that we should move out of this Annex and move to a different hiding place. The thief must of heard us and may use it as a bribe for our capture in exchange for money. Also why is Mr. Dussel always grumpy to Anne and everyone else in the annex. The cat needs to go! It must prove that someone is living here. I don't care what Peter wants I'm kicking it out.
Tonight was the first night of hanukkah. Anne got us all unexpected gifts that night. While we were celebrating we heard a loud noise from down stairs. I saw everyone proceed to take off there shoes and quietly turned off lights in the annex. We didn't know if it was the green police or just a thief. We sent the strongest person down there to see what it was. When the person came back up and told us it wasn't the green police we were all relieved but still scared that the person might tell the green police where we were hiding and how he might have heard us celebrating.
So today was a pretty normal day, same routine, except for after dinner! Anyways we had to be quiet before, during, and after the workers were in the building. Ya know, I never really got used to being quiet because I love talking and being active!! I usually just think about my life outside of this cramped room; school, my friends, family, etc. But anyways, we finally got to sit down at dinner with my ""family."" After we had beans, like always, my Dad finally told everyone it was the first night of Hanukkah... HANUKKAH!!! After that, even though no one really had any gifts for each other, in my spare time, considering I'm in this small room all the time I have a lot, I decided to listen to everyone and one or two things that they want or need. So everyone was so happy and felt the love when I gave them they're gift for Hanukkah!!
Dear Diary, We are starting to run low on food, Miep has been late in delivering supplies. I really hope she is alright, I worry for us all. Even though I know it is crowded I really wish I had my own room again, I don't know why I'm the one that has to share with Mr.Dussel. I hope we can get out soon. -Anne Nov.12 1944
Dear Diary, We spend another day in the secret annex. I'm here with the Franks, Van Daans, and Mr.Dussel. Being quiet for most of the day kills me. I hate doing it but I have no choice if I'm going to survive. We just celebrated Hanukkah yesterday. It was a great time. After praying, Anne gave us all gifts. Can you believe that she gave Peter a safety razor. How Hilarious!! After that we started to sing a song. It was a fun time and I'm grateful that we are still alive. From, Isaiah J
Dear, journal, Today during Hanukkah, something terrible happened. While we were celebrating we heard noises downstairs and when Peter tried to put the light off ,he couldn't so therefore he stood on a chair and lost his balance. He and the lamp came crashing down! I was so terrified when this happened I thought it was the end, I honestly did. I was positive the green police would find us! I know I shouldn't lose my faith but i was so scared! Father decided to go down and investigate and my heart sank because I would never want anything to happen to Pim. The adults kept shushing me but i wouldn't keep quiet, I was scared for my father! When he came up the stairs I was relieved. He said that the person that had made the noise was a thief. Daddy thinks that he won’t tell the green police but Mr. Dusell said that he might. I fear the end is near but i must not lose faith. Sadly the only thing good about today was handing out my gifts ,it felt good to be nice.
Journal, Today I feel like Anne has finally lost it. I'm almost certain that she is going crazy. Just the other night, she woke us all screaming in her sleep. She almost got us all killed! Also she's always running around like a crazy person. Even though we all know she is just a young one releasing all her energy, its getting on my last nerve. If the nazis don't find us soon, I'm turning myself in to escape the madness.
Dear Journal, Life in here is getting pretty tough. I mean i'm trying to stay positive, but it's hard when everyone is bickering half of the time. This is supposed to be a joyous time, considering that it is the time of Hanukkah. It is really hard to stay in peace with everyone. After a while, you just get on each other's nerves. My sister and I, are always constantly picking on each other. Being in here isn't making it any better. I just can't wait until the day that we get out. I will probably dance in the streets. I count the days until freedom. I hope it isn't many more. I miss my friends. I miss playing games, and all of the laughs. In this annex, half of the time I have to be quiet, and the other times when I am allowed to talk, I get told that I talk too much. It really is hard living in such a different way then before. I just miss my old life.
Dear Diary, Today Mr. Duessel joined us in the Annex. I'm glad he joined us. Another Jew has slipped right under the Nazi's nose's, just like us. I'm glad that we could take him in, I think we saved his life. He gave us bad news though. Anne's best friend, Jopie, and her family are gone. I feel terrible. Now that Mr. Duessel is here, i think food will have to be rationed even more. Mr. Van Daan is not happy about this. Untill tomorrow, Diary.
Dear Journal, Today we were very startled. A noise was made below us in the office. We thought for sure the Green Police was here to get us. Otto Frank told us to take our shoes off, turn off lights, and be quiet. Peter went to turn off the center light. Standing on a chair, he reached for the light but lost his balance and stumbled. He made a loud noise, crashing to the floor. After a moment, it was silent. Otto went to check what was downstairs. He found the cashbox was missing and the door wide open. He then came back up and told us all what he found. We were a little less erratic.
We've gotten used to having Mr. Dussel around. We're always hungry, but with three rations among eight people, I suppose that's to be expected. I worry that Peter's cat will grow restless and make noise during the day. That would seal our fate. Others Jews have been captured and taken away for months. As of now, we're lucky. However, Mr. Van Daan has gotten increasingly bitter. He snaps at anyone, especially Anne. He's taken to thinking only of himself; whether he has enough food, or space, or anything. I can see why, but that doesn't mean it's alright.
Dear Journal, Life in the annex is getting extremely repetitive. We wake up every morning, and our days consist of the same exact things. During the night, I can't sleep. Every sound I hear, I think the green police are coming for us. We're getting more used to not having so much food, but the boredom is still the same. Its been a year and a half since we've been in hiding, so it cant last much longer. Maybe a few more weeks. I miss my friends more then anything. It feels like we've moved countries, rather then buildings. Until next time.
It is really tiring to be locked up in the annex. I wish that we could sleep through when the workers are in the office. The fact that we have to make no noise is really painful. I build up so much energy while I can't talk. If we're not able to get out soon, I'm going to die of boredom. At least the Hanuka celebration was good. Anne gave everyone gifts, so I kind of felt bad about that, but the gifts gave me joy. I just hope that nothing happens that gives us away.
ReplyDelete~March 4, 2014
ReplyDeleteWe are in hiding still. We've been like this for the past 2-3 months and every day is always bringing up the question. Will we live to see tomorrow? Everyone is draped with fear when we even hear the slightest creak down below us. Things are getting tougher too when it comes to getting along. People are always under each other's skin. It can be annoying at some points, but I'm really trying to learn to live with it. I am not aware of the food situation at this point. I am just grateful with what we get. I don't know about everything that is going on in the outside world, but I know it's negative. When I try to keep everyone in a cheery mood though, I get plastered with criticism. I don't know if that's a correct way to use "plastered". Oh well. I'll try to write tomorrow. Adios!
Dear Journal,
ReplyDeleteToday there was a noise downstairs when none of the workers had arrived yet. We all believed it was the Green Police and that someone had found us. Thank goodness Father came back up with only news that it was a thief. Althought a thief is no good, I would rather have that than the Green Police to find us. It is the start of Hanukkah and this is the first year that we aren't giving presents. Anne had surprised us all with gifts that she had gotten from Miep or made herself out of scraps. For once, Anne did something sweet that didn't necassarily annoy everyone. I hope the rest of Hanukkah will be as good as it is when we're home.. although we won't have latkes. After all, we are still alive so that's a good enough Hanukkah present.
Sincerely,
Devyn
Dear Journal,
ReplyDeleteIt's the 65th day in the Annex, and I can't take it anymore. Everybody is so annoying! Peter wont stop fondling with his cat, Mrs. Van Daan wont stop flirting with Mr. Frank, Margot wont stop being so perfect, and worst of all, Anne is Anne. She has the biggest mood swings ever. One second, she loves everyone and tries to act like a little angel, then the next minute she's the devil. To make things even worse, we cant eat much, we cant shower much, and we cant move. I just want all of this to end and go back to normal.
Dear diary,
ReplyDeleteToday was a nightmare. It's the first day of Hanukkah and our celebration was horrible. We had to blow out the candle early because Father said we had to ration that candle wax. The only happiness during the night was when my younger sister, Gracie, gave out presents to us that she made from odds and ends. It was so sweet of her.
Our night turned for an alarming turn when we heard a crash downstairs. We all stood in a silent fear and Father went down to investigate, against my will of course. He said it was just a robber, but I am uncertain about our fate in the Annex.
I shall update you tomorrow, for Father and Mother say it's time for bed.
Signed, Alexandra McDermott
Dear Diary,
ReplyDeleteAlthough Anne get's on my nerves, the gift she gave me was really thought out and good. Those earplugs she gave me, will brought to good use. It was quite the surprise that she was able to give us gifts, when we are in hiding, and so limited of things. Hannukah was starting to be very fun, until the big scare. We thought the nazi's were after us, turns out it was just a thief. Thank god we weren't found, but now we are in more danger then ever! If it wasn't for that darn get getting my allergies out of control; maybe I would of have a good ending to this holiday. Hopefully Anne doesn't have one of those ANNOYING nightmares again, but I will have my earplugs.
Sincerely,
Mr.Dussel
Dear Diary,
ReplyDeleteI truly believe that we should move out of this Annex and move to a different hiding place. The thief must of heard us and may use it as a bribe for our capture in exchange for money. Also why is Mr. Dussel always grumpy to Anne and everyone else in the annex. The cat needs to go! It must prove that someone is living here. I don't care what Peter wants I'm kicking it out.
Tonight was the first night of hanukkah. Anne got us all unexpected gifts that night. While we were celebrating we heard a loud noise from down stairs. I saw everyone proceed to take off there shoes and quietly turned off lights in the annex. We didn't know if it was the green police or just a thief. We sent the strongest person down there to see what it was. When the person came back up and told us it wasn't the green police we were all relieved but still scared that the person might tell the green police where we were hiding and how he might have heard us celebrating.
ReplyDeleteEmmie Yard 3-4-14
ReplyDeleteSo today was a pretty normal day, same routine, except for after dinner! Anyways we had to be quiet before, during, and after the workers were in the building. Ya know, I never really got used to being quiet because I love talking and being active!! I usually just think about my life outside of this cramped room; school, my friends, family, etc. But anyways, we finally got to sit down at dinner with my ""family."" After we had beans, like always, my Dad finally told everyone it was the first night of Hanukkah... HANUKKAH!!! After that, even though no one really had any gifts for each other, in my spare time, considering I'm in this small room all the time I have a lot, I decided to listen to everyone and one or two things that they want or need. So everyone was so happy and felt the love when I gave them they're gift for Hanukkah!!
Dear Diary,
ReplyDeleteWe are starting to run low on food, Miep has been late in delivering supplies. I really hope she is alright, I worry for us all. Even though I know it is crowded I really wish I had my own room again, I don't know why I'm the one that has to share with Mr.Dussel. I hope we can get out soon.
-Anne Nov.12 1944
Dear Diary,
ReplyDeleteWe spend another day in the secret annex. I'm here with the Franks, Van Daans, and Mr.Dussel. Being quiet for most of the day kills me. I hate doing it but I have no choice if I'm going to survive. We just celebrated Hanukkah yesterday. It was a great time. After praying, Anne gave us all gifts. Can you believe that she gave Peter a safety razor. How Hilarious!! After that we started to sing a song. It was a fun time and I'm grateful that we are still alive.
From, Isaiah J
Dear, journal,
ReplyDeleteToday during Hanukkah, something terrible happened. While we were celebrating we heard noises downstairs and when Peter tried to put the light off ,he couldn't so therefore he stood on a chair and lost his balance. He and the lamp came crashing down! I was so terrified when this happened I thought it was the end, I honestly did. I was positive the green police would find us! I know I shouldn't lose my faith but i was so scared! Father decided to go down and investigate and my heart sank because I would never want anything to happen to Pim. The adults kept shushing me but i wouldn't keep quiet, I was scared for my father! When he came up the stairs I was relieved. He said that the person that had made the noise was a thief. Daddy thinks that he won’t tell the green police but Mr. Dusell said that he might. I fear the end is near but i must not lose faith. Sadly the only thing good about today was handing out my gifts ,it felt good to be nice.
Journal,
ReplyDeleteToday I feel like Anne has finally lost it. I'm almost certain that she is going crazy. Just the other night, she woke us all screaming in her sleep. She almost got us all killed! Also she's always running around like a crazy person. Even though we all know she is just a young one releasing all her energy, its getting on my last nerve. If the nazis don't find us soon, I'm turning myself in to escape the madness.
Dear Journal,
ReplyDeleteLife in here is getting pretty tough. I mean i'm trying to stay positive, but it's hard when everyone is bickering half of the time. This is supposed to be a joyous time, considering that it is the time of Hanukkah. It is really hard to stay in peace with everyone. After a while, you just get on each other's nerves. My sister and I, are always constantly picking on each other. Being in here isn't making it any better. I just can't wait until the day that we get out. I will probably dance in the streets. I count the days until freedom. I hope it isn't many more. I miss my friends. I miss playing games, and all of the laughs. In this annex, half of the time I have to be quiet, and the other times when I am allowed to talk, I get told that I talk too much. It really is hard living in such a different way then before. I just miss my old life.
yours truly,
Lindsey
Dear Diary,
ReplyDeleteToday Mr. Duessel joined us in the Annex. I'm glad he joined us. Another Jew has slipped right under the Nazi's nose's, just like us. I'm glad that we could take him in, I think we saved his life. He gave us bad news though. Anne's best friend, Jopie, and her family are gone. I feel terrible. Now that Mr. Duessel is here, i think food will have to be rationed even more. Mr. Van Daan is not happy about this. Untill tomorrow, Diary.
Dear Journal,
ReplyDeleteToday we were very startled. A noise was made below us in the office. We thought for sure the Green Police was here to get us. Otto Frank told us to take our shoes off, turn off lights, and be quiet. Peter went to turn off the center light. Standing on a chair, he reached for the light but lost his balance and stumbled. He made a loud noise, crashing to the floor. After a moment, it was silent. Otto went to check what was downstairs. He found the cashbox was missing and the door wide open. He then came back up and told us all what he found. We were a little less erratic.
We've gotten used to having Mr. Dussel around. We're always hungry, but with three rations among eight people, I suppose that's to be expected. I worry that Peter's cat will grow restless and make noise during the day. That would seal our fate. Others Jews have been captured and taken away for months. As of now, we're lucky. However, Mr. Van Daan has gotten increasingly bitter. He snaps at anyone, especially Anne. He's taken to thinking only of himself; whether he has enough food, or space, or anything. I can see why, but that doesn't mean it's alright.
ReplyDeleteDear Journal,
ReplyDeleteLife in the annex is getting extremely repetitive. We wake up every morning, and our days consist of the same exact things. During the night, I can't sleep. Every sound I hear, I think the green police are coming for us. We're getting more used to not having so much food, but the boredom is still the same. Its been a year and a half since we've been in hiding, so it cant last much longer. Maybe a few more weeks. I miss my friends more then anything. It feels like we've moved countries, rather then buildings. Until next time.