The Diary of Anne Frank, Act One Vocabulary

Flashcards with vocabulary terms and definitions from "The Diary of Anne Frank, Act One".

Miep Gies

A young Dutchwoman who works in Mr. Frank's business and helps the families in hiding.

Westertoren

The bell tower of a church in Amsterdam, Holland.

Green Police

Nazi police who wore green uniforms.

Mercurial

A person who is changeable.

Plus fours

Baggy trousers that end in cuffs just below the knees.

Conspicuous

Obvious; noticeable.

Black market

A place or system for buying and selling goods illegally, without ration stamps.

Mazel tov!

A Yiddish expression meaning 'Congratulations!'

Loathe

Hate

Unabashed

Someone who is unembarrassed and unashamed.