Mention the details that Anne provides about her family in her diary. (From the Diary of Anne Frank)
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Model Answer
Anne provides a brief sketch of her family because she wants her diary (addressed as 'Kitty') to know her background, treating Kitty as an outsider who needs context.
She mentions that her father, Otto Frank, is the most adorable father she has ever seen, and that she adores him deeply. Her grandmother was very dear to her — Anne writes that no one will ever love her as much as her grandmother did.
She also mentions her sister Margot, who came to Holland in December, while Anne followed in February, brought as a birthday present for Margot.
Source: From the Diary of Anne Frank, Chapter 4
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Explanation
- The question is 3 marks, so cover 3 distinct family details: father (Otto), grandmother, and sister Margot.
- Examiners look for the key emotional tone Anne uses — she doesn't just list names but expresses feelings about each.
- The line about being "plunked down on the table as a birthday present for Margot" is memorable and worth including — it shows Anne's humour.
- Mention why she gives the sketch (Kitty as outsider) to score the inference mark.