The Similarities Between Mr. Dussel And Miep

The Comparisons and Cavities of Mr. Dussel and Miep

Looking at the play, The Diary of Anne Frank, there are some obvious differences between each character. These traits are especially brought out during the several arguments throughout the play. Unfortunately, if you only study their arguments, you might only see one side of each character. Most of the time, if you look closer at each character, you may find he or she has quite a few interesting relationships with the others. Take Mr. Dussel and Miep for example. They are two seemingly unrelated characters with very distinct traits, especially if you consider their differences in personality and morals. Sometimes, though, the most different characters may share the closest bond.
Primarily, Miep and Mr. Dussel have very contrasting personalities. Miep is always putting others before herself. She wants to be the biggest help possible, and doesn’t mind putting herself at risk. Mr. Dussel, however, is looking out only for himself. In Act 1, Scene 3, he tells Anne, “I’m a man who’s always lived alone. I haven’t had the time to adjust myself to

Mr. Dussel is often the one to start fights in the annex. Miep arrives with a cake on New Year’s Day that states, “Peace in 1944”. She then shares her hopes of the war’s end. The residents of the annex, share her hopes; however, they have not seen a cake in a year, and are very eager to begin eating. Mr. Dussel, however, breaks this joy by complaining that Mrs. Van Daan always gives a bit more to her husband when she cuts the cake. After quite a few minutes of accusations and arguments, it is decided that Mrs. Frank should instead cut it. During this episode, Miep sits back sipping her tea, and refuses a slice of cake when offered to her. She agrees with Mr. Frank when he comments, “You see what a little sugar cake does to us? It goes straight to our heads.” (Act 2, Scene