As Anne's diary draws to a close, we see a burst of optimism as news reaches the Annex of the D-Day landings and the advancement of the Allied troops. Anne begins to dream of a future outside of the Annex walls. She looks forward to going back to school and even allows herself to imagine being a successful and industrious adult who finds meaning in her work.
As you read, consider what you might dream about if you had been in hiding for more than two years and suddenly got a glimpse of hope and freedom.
Read Your Text
Read the diary entries beginning with May 31, 1944 – July 8, 1944, of The Diary of a Young Girl.
As you read, try to answer these questions for yourself:
| How does the mood change in the Annex as news of the D-Day landings spreads? |
| What is it like for Anne to have another birthday while in hiding? |
| What does Anne realize as she reflects on accusations that she's a know-it-all? |
| What does Anne look forward to most when she imagines returning to nature or working as an adult? |
When you finish the reading assignment for this lesson (diary entries beginning with May 31, 1944 – July 8, 1944), return to this lesson to complete the lesson quiz.
