Which sentence best explains why Mr. Van Daan’s theft of bread in The Diary of Anne Frank, Act II, is such a serious act?

Question

A.

The stress of living together makes a small matter seem more important than it really is.

B.

Mr. Van Daan denies that he has been stealing food, even after he is caught in the act.

C.

There is little food, and Mr. Van Daan is not the only one who is hungry.

D.

Mr. Van Daan has had plenty to eat already.

Answer 1

The sentence that best explains why Mr. Van Daan’s theft of bread is such a serious act is:

C. There is little food, and Mr. Van Daan is not the only one who is hungry.

This option highlights the critical scarcity of food in their situation and emphasizes the impact of his theft on everyone else, underscoring the seriousness of his actions.