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Answer the following question in 150-200 words:

What does Anne's diary reveal about the steadily worsening economic and social conditions during the war?

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What is your impression of Peter?

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Helen did not confine herself to acquiring knowledge, but also enjoyed herself by taking part in outdoor activities. Elaborate.

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Which traits of Helen's character appeal to you most? Give a reasoned answer.

 

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Anne's diary reveals how social and economical conditions were worsening during the war. Anti-Jewish laws had been imposed. They had a direct impact on the psyche of Jews. These laws were very unjust and unfair. Jews were humiliated. They were required to wear a yellow star, forbidden to drive cars, shop within the restricted timings in Jewish shops and only attend Jewish schools. They were forbidden to participate in public sports and to visit places of entertainment. Horrific crimes were carried out by the Nazi Regime.

The Jews lost their businesses and unemployment reached to the unprecedented levels. They were imprisoned in several types of camps. Feelings of uncertainty and fear had gripped their spirit.

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Peter was a shy and awkward boy of 16 years. He was the only son of the Van Daans. He was greatly disappointed with his parents. He was full of frustration because of their fights all the time. He felt very lonely and miserable. He was emotionally weak. It is said that maturity comes with age, but in his case, age seemed to have come alone. He was younger than his age and did not have the courage of a man. He dared not take any risk or pursue an unchosen path. He was not willing to take any challenge. These traits in his personality disappointed Anne. She felt that she should limit her relations with Peter.

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Acquiring knowledge was not Helen's only pleasure. She loved to play outdoor sports also. She loved rowing and swimming. She also enjoyed canoeing and sailing. Outdoor activities and her love for the country were a great source of pleasure for her. Sailing was her favourite past time. She had many tree friends in Wrentham. One of them was a splendid oak and it was her favourite tree. Helen had many dog friends too. She liked to visit museums and art stores also. She loved touching the great work of art. Her love for theatre was immense. Due to her exposure to the outside world, her innate talent blossomed.

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Helen's character is inspiring. Her spectacular achievements inspite of the challenges are endearing. She loved nature, she felt it, smelt it and got overwhelmed by it. Her curiosity to learn more and know more took her ahead in life. Her love for books was immense. She was an iron-willed girl. Once she decided to go to college, she ensured that she made it. Her love for outdoor activities was unbelievable. She loved canoeing and sailing. She endeared herself to many men of genius. She did a lot to help the blind and the deaf all over the world. She travelled widely and she even worked for the welfare of women, children, workers and minorities.