NCERT Class 10 English First Flight: Chapter 4 — The Diary of Anne Frank
This chapter introduces 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' a poignant account by a young Jewish girl hiding from Nazis during World War II. Anne Frank, born in Germany, moved to Amsterdam with her family and four friends to escape persecution. They lived in hiding for two years in secret rooms before being betrayed and sent to concentration camps, where Anne tragically died. Her father, Otto Frank, the sole survivor, found her diary saved and published it as 'The Diary of a Young Girl.' The diary, a gift for her thirteenth birthday, chronicles her life from June 1942 to August 1944, offering an intimate look at daily life under Nazi occupation. It has been translated into many languages, adapted into films and plays, and made Anne Frank a renowned Holocaust victim, highlighting the importance of her mature and insightful writings.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 10 |
| Subject | English |
| Book | First Flight |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — The Diary of Anne Frank |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 4 minutes |
| Word count | 628 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the historical context of World War II and the Holocaust.
- Appreciate the significance of Anne Frank's diary as a historical document.
- Analyze the themes of resilience, hope, and the human spirit in adversity.
- Learn about different forms of written personal records like diaries, journals, and logs.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| German occupation | The control of the Netherlands by Germany during World War II. |
| Persecutions | Hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of race or political or religious beliefs. |
| Betrayed | Delivered (someone or something) into the hands of an enemy by treachery. |
| Concentration camp | A place where large numbers of people, especially political prisoners or members of persecuted minorities, are deliberately imprisoned in a poor conditions. |
| Typhus | An infectious disease characterized by a continued fever, headache, and severe weakness. |
| Chronicles | Records (an event) or the history of (someone or something) in the order in which it happened. |
| Intimate examination | A detailed and personal study or inspection. |
| Renowned | Known or talked about by many people; famous. |
| Holocaust | The mass slaughter of European Jews by Germany's Nazi regime during World War II. |
| Journal | A book with a separate space or page for each day, in which you write down your thoughts and feelings or what has happened on that day. |
| Log | A written record of events with times and dates, usually official. |
| Memoir | A written record of a person's own life and experiences (usually, a famous person). |
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Practice questions
- Who was Anne Frank and what is she famous for? Answer: Anne Frank was a German-born Jewish girl who wrote a diary while hiding from the Nazis during World War II. Her diary became famous after her death.
- Why did Anne Frank's family go into hiding? Answer: They went into hiding to escape the increasing persecutions against the Jewish population by the Nazis during the German occupation of the Netherlands.
- What is 'The Diary of a Young Girl'? Answer: 'The Diary of a Young Girl' is the published name of Anne Frank's diary, saved by her father and later translated into many languages.
- What does Anne's diary chronicle? Answer: Her diary chronicles the events of her life from June 12, 1942, until August 1, 1944, providing an intimate examination of daily life under Nazi occupation.
- Match the terms with their descriptions: (i) Journal, (ii) Diary, (iii) Log, (iv) Memoir. Answer: (i) Journal: A book with a separate space or page for each day, in which you write down your thoughts and feelings or what has happened on that day. (ii) Diary: A full record of a journey, a period of time, or an event, written every day. (iii) Log: A written record of events with times and dates, usually official. (iv) Memoir: A written record of a person's own life and experiences (usually, a famous person).
Frequently asked questions
Who is Anne Frank?
Anne Frank was a German-born Jewish girl who gained worldwide recognition for her diary, written while she and her family were in hiding during World War II.
What is 'The Diary of a Young Girl'?
It is the published version of Anne Frank's diary, which details her experiences and thoughts while hiding from the Nazis.
When was Anne Frank's diary written?
The diary was given to Anne on her thirteenth birthday and covers the period from June 12, 1942, to August 1, 1944.
What happened to Anne Frank?
Anne Frank died of typhus in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp shortly before the end of World War II.
Why is Anne Frank's diary important?
It provides an intimate and insightful look into daily life during Nazi occupation and has made Anne Frank one of the most discussed victims of the Holocaust.
What is the difference between a diary, a journal, and a log?
A diary typically records daily thoughts and feelings, a journal can be a more general record of experiences, and a log is usually an official record of events with specific times and dates.
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NCERT Class 10 English — First Flight — Chapter 4 — The Diary of Anne Frank. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.