Question

Why does Anne cling to her ideals despite the horrific world around her

Answer 1

Well, I would say that Anne clings to her ideals because of the horrific world around her. Even though she is surrounded by grief and tragedy, and fear of dying at any moment, she doesn't give in to that fear, and tries to live her life according to her own ideals, regardless of whether she is going to die tomorrow, or in ten years.