Examples Of Figurative Language In The Diary Of Anne Frank

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In “The Diary of Anne Frank”, figurative language is used to advance the conflict. An example of this is when the Franks arrive at the secret annex late due to having to take an alternate route in order to avoid suspicion. “There were too many of the Green Police on the streets… we had to take the long way around” (Goodrich and Hackett, Scene 2). This is an example of person vs. society conflict, in that the Franks are having to avoid the Police and the German people since they are prejudiced against Jews. In addition, the Franks and the Van Daans must remain completely quiet from 8:00am to 6:00pm so as to avoid the attention of any of the workers. Mr. Frank states “While the men are in the building below, we must have complete quiet ... So