The boy in the striped pajamas Chapters 4-5

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What did the people Bruno saw through the window look like?

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They looked dirty, messy, and were wearing gray striped pajamas.

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Did Bruno tell his father the truth about the strange people he saw?

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No, Bruno did not tell his father the truth.

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What was Bruno's father's reaction to going back to Berlin?

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Bruno's father did not accept going back to Berlin.

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What did Gretel initially think the area they moved to was?

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Gretel initially thought it was the countryside.

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Did Bruno express his opinion about the new house to his father?

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Yes, Bruno did tell his father his opinion about the new house.

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What is the significance of the gray striped pajamas in the story?

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The gray striped pajamas symbolize the dehumanization and loss of identity of the people in the concentration camp.

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How does Bruno's perception of his new home differ from reality?

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Bruno perceives it as a countryside, but it is actually a concentration camp.

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What themes are explored in Chapters 4-5 of 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas'?

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Themes of innocence, friendship, and the impact of war are explored.

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How does Bruno's relationship with his father change throughout these chapters?

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Bruno feels increasingly disconnected from his father due to his father's strictness and the family's situation.

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What role does Gretel play in Bruno's understanding of their new environment?

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Gretel often misinterprets their surroundings, influencing Bruno's understanding.