#11 (p. 201-222)

Summary:

The section starts off with Part 2 of the robbery.  Everyone in the Secret Annexe is petrified, but eventually, everything works out.  Then, Peter forgets to lock the door and Dussel has to use the window.  He gets mad, and we discover that Peter is mentally fragile.  Many security additions are added because of the fear of robbery which creates tension between Dussel and Mr. Van Daan.  In these entries, Anne experiences her first kiss with Peter.  They have many romantic encounters in the attic.  But, Anne questions if it is right, and eventually they decide to tell Anne's dad.  He decides that it is OK, but he would rather that Anne spend a bit less time with Peter because it might lead into "love".

Vocabulary:

Expedient (p. 202): Serving to promote interest

Flatulation (p. 202): Farting

Variegated (p. 205): Having multiple colors

Dungarees (p. 217): Hindu Goddess

Ardent (p. 218): intense emotion

Discussion Topic:

What would be the last thing you would destroy if someone came in your home?

Do you think it is better to save sentimental belongings, or practical ones?

Passage:

p. 210, paragraph 4

I thought this was a very important plot development.

p. 220-221

I thought that it was strange putting dialogue in a diary!  Can you imagine you yourself doing that?!

Image:

I chose this picture because it shows how Anne feels trapped inside.  It's like a caged bird.  Also, it relates to her looking out her window.  I chose this one because it is like Anne is trapped in the Secret Annexe, but she herself is a cage.