The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

Front

What does Bruno call his sister?

Back

Hopeless Case

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Front

What does Bruno mean when he observes his sister's red eyes?

Back

She had been crying.

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Front

How does Gretel feel when she sees the children outside the window?

Back

Afraid.

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Front

What part of the house is 'Out of Bounds - At All Times - No Exceptions'?

Back

Father's office.

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Front

How did Bruno, his mother, and sister arrive at Out-With?

Back

By train.

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Front

What is the significance of the title 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas'?

Back

It symbolizes innocence and the stark contrast between childhood and the harsh realities of war.

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Front

Who is the main character in 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas'?

Back

Bruno.

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Front

What does the fence represent in the story?

Back

The division between different worlds and the innocence of childhood.

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Front

What is the relationship between Bruno and Gretel?

Back

They are siblings.

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Front

What does Bruno's family do for a living?

Back

Bruno's father is a commandant in the Nazi regime.

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