The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

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What is the main setting of 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas'?

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The story is set during World War II, primarily in a house near a concentration camp.

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

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Bruno, an eight-year-old boy, is the protagonist.

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What does Bruno's father do for a living?

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He is a Commandant for Hitler.

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What is the significance of the fence in the story?

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The fence symbolizes the division between the innocent world of Bruno and the harsh reality of the concentration camp.

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Who is Shmuel?

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Shmuel is a Jewish boy who lives on the other side of the fence and becomes Bruno's friend.

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What do Bruno and Shmuel have in common?

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They share the same birthday.

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

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Bruno's understanding evolves as he learns about the realities of the concentration camp and the suffering of the Jews.

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What does the title 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas' refer to?

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It refers to Shmuel, who wears the striped uniform of a concentration camp prisoner.

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What is the main theme of 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas'?

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The main theme is the innocence of childhood contrasted with the brutality of war and prejudice.

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How does Bruno's family react to his friendship with Shmuel?

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Bruno's family disapproves of his friendship with Shmuel, as they are unaware of the true nature of the camp.