The Diary of Anne Frank (play) Fear Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Act.Scene.Line)

Quote #1

MRS. VAN DAAN: Something's happened to them. (1.2)

Right away, Mrs. Van Daan proves she's a worrier. She's got pretty good justification too. The Green Police could've easily picked up Anne's family on their walk over to the Annex.

Quote #2

ANNE: They'll arrest you if you go out without your star. (1.2)

Jewish boys and girls were afraid to go out without the mandatory Star of David sewn into their clothes. Anne's so used to being afraid that it takes a while for her to remember she's hiding and doesn't have to wear it anymore.

Quote #3

ANNE: Every time I hear a creak in the house, or a step on the street outside, I'm sure they're coming for us. (1.2)

It's gut-wrenching panic, every single minute of every single day. Anne's terrified that the Nazis will come and take her away.