The Anne Frank and Miep Gies Connection

Grade Levels: 4 - 8

Have students read the entire Dateline story about Miep Gies. Then have them answer the questions below.

Questions about Miep's Life

1. Where was Miep born?
   
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2. Where was she moved to, and why?
   
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Life During The War

1. To whom did Miep lend an ear during the war years?
   
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2. What was one important thing this person said to Miep?
   
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3. Why is that statement important?
   
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4. What did Miep do with Anne's diary?
   
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5. Who did Otto know for certain didn't survive the Holocaust?
   
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6. Who did Otto hope survived the war?
   
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7. Who went to the Central Station when the war was over, hoping to find survivors?
   
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Student Interpretation

In the space below, describe what kind of person Miep is, based on what you have read thus far.
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