The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

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Who is the protagonist of 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas'?

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Bruno is the protagonist of the story.

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What is Father's 'very special job'?

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Father is a Commandant for Hitler.

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What does Out-With refer to in the story?

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Out-With is the way Bruno says Auschwitz.

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How long have Bruno and Shmuel been meeting by the end of the book?

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Bruno and Shmuel have been meeting for more than a year.

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Why is Bruno upset with his parents?

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Bruno is upset because the whole family is moving away.

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What is the significance of Bruno's friendship with Shmuel?

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Bruno's friendship with Shmuel highlights themes of innocence, friendship across divides, and the impact of prejudice.

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How does Bruno's perception of the world change throughout the story?

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Bruno's perception changes from innocence and ignorance to a deeper understanding of the harsh realities of the world.

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What role does Bruno's family play in the story?

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Bruno's family represents the complicity of ordinary people in the atrocities of the Holocaust.

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What does the striped pajamas symbolize in the story?

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The striped pajamas symbolize the dehumanization of the Jewish people during the Holocaust.

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How does the setting influence the story?

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The setting, particularly the concentration camp, creates a stark contrast between Bruno's innocent world and the grim reality of the Holocaust.