The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (Ch. 6-7)

Front

Why does Maria think about Father this way?

Back

Father took care of Maria's mother when she was sick.

Front

Who is Pavel?

Back

The old man who peels vegetables and serves dinner.

Front

What does Maria make Bruno promise?

Back

That he will never criticize Father out loud.

Front

Why does Bruno ask for a tire?

Back

To make a swing.

Front

What does Maria say about Father?

Back

He is a good man.

Front

What is the significance of Bruno's relationship with his father?

Back

It reflects the complexities of loyalty and obedience in a strict household.

Front

How does Bruno's perspective on his father's job evolve?

Back

Initially, he admires his father but later questions the morality of his actions.

Front

What role does Maria play in Bruno's life?

Back

She serves as a caretaker and a voice of reason.

Front

What does the tire symbolize in Bruno's life?

Back

It represents childhood innocence and the desire for freedom.

Front

How does the setting influence the characters' actions?

Back

The oppressive environment shapes their behaviors and relationships.