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Mr. Kraler (Giving a bouquet of flowers to Mrs. Van Daan). With my hope for peace in the New Year. . . .
(Mrs. Frank gives Miep a cup of tea. Mr. Frank comes up the steps, carrying a small cake on a plate.)
Mr. Frank. Look what Miep’s brought for us! . . .
(continued)
Based on the repeated lines in this passage, what is a possible theme?
It is better to give than to receive.
New Year’s Day brings hope for the future.
Peace is appreciated most when it is lost.
You cannot have your cake and eat it too.
