Question

What problem do Margot and Anne face with regards to the way their parents treat them

Answer 1

Problems Margot and Anne face

— restricted atmosphere of Annexe- over protective parents

— Anne became tired of her parents' critical approach

— she wanted to be independent

— rebuked by mother and sister, had 'bust ups' with her mother

— Anne was a daddy’s girl – father tried to check her rebellious spirit but in vain

— could not confide in her mother, accused parents of deserting - no emotional support.

— mother's sarcasm and quick temper had been the source of Anne's anger and depression

— whereas Margot obliged to parents and received care, support and privilege from both

— they did not talk about their personal feelings with their parents because they thought that they would not understand

— wanted their parents to acknowledge their maturity and independence of spirit liked to be treated as adults

— expected a cordial approach and understanding from them

Detailed Answer :

Margot and Anne both had become tired of their parents in spite of the fact that they still loved them. They wanted to make their own decisions without being chaperoned by their parents. Their parents were not so strict and let them read everything, but Margot and Anne were sick and tired of having to listen to their comments all day long. The customary ritual of giving them little kisses at all hours of the day was also quite tiresome to these girls, who were almost on the threshold of adulthood. The cute nicknames seemed affected. They would have liked nothing better than to get a break from their parents. Margot and Anne did not talk about all this to their parents because they felt that their parents would fail to understand. These young women were growing up with their own set of opinions, ideals and principles. Therefore, they wanted their parents to acknowledge their maturity and independence of spirit, taking them as young adults rather than children.