Question

The Diary of Anne Frank, Act II
Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett | Drama
Refer to the selection to answer the questions below.
How might someone speak in an insistent way?

Answer 1

“Insistent” means urging something repeatedly and firmly until you get agreement or action. Ways someone might speak insistenty:

- Use short, forceful sentences: “We need to leave now.”
- Repeat the request or key words: “Tell me the truth—tell me now.”
- Put strong stress on verbs and modal words: “You must do this.”
- Use a steady, urgent tone (sometimes slightly louder) and a faster pace.
- Ask persistent questions or refuse to accept evasion: “Why won’t you answer? I’m asking you—why?”
- Use imperatives and definitive language: “I won’t take no for an answer.”
- Pair words with firm body language: leaning forward, steady eye contact, pointing or tapping.

Examples:
- “I insist you come with us.”
- “This has to be decided today—no more delays.”