The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Unit Final

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

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The armband symbolizes the division between people based on their identity, particularly highlighting the dehumanization of Jews during the Holocaust.

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Who is Pavel in 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas'?

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Pavel is a Jewish prisoner who works as a servant in Bruno's household and is mistreated by Lt. Kotler.

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What does Bruno's friendship with Shmuel represent?

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Bruno's friendship with Shmuel represents innocence and the possibility of human connection beyond societal divisions.

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What does the term 'striped pajamas' refer to in the story?

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The 'striped pajamas' refer to the uniforms worn by Jewish prisoners in concentration camps, symbolizing their loss of identity and humanity.

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How does Bruno's family react to their move to Auschwitz?

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Bruno's family, especially his mother, is unhappy about the move, but they comply with the father's orders.

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What does Shmuel think about Bruno's appearance in the striped pajamas?

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Shmuel thinks Bruno looks like a 'fat Jew', reflecting the harsh realities of their circumstances.

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What does the quote 'But mother didn’t have a Shmuel of her own' imply about Bruno's mother?

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It implies that Bruno's mother feels lonely and lacks a true friend, highlighting her emotional isolation.

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What common experience do Bruno and Shmuel share?

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Both Bruno and Shmuel had to move and leave their homes due to the war and the Holocaust.

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What role does Lt. Kotler play in the story?

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Lt. Kotler is a Nazi officer who represents the cruelty and brutality of the regime, particularly towards the Jewish characters.

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How does the story illustrate the theme of innocence?

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The story illustrates innocence through the friendship between Bruno and Shmuel, who are unaware of the full implications of their surroundings.