The Boy in the Striped Pajamas: Ch 11-12 Comprehension Check

Who does Bruno meet at the fence in Chapter 12?

• Pavel

• Shmuel

• Lieutenant Kotler

• Gretel

What is the significant difference Bruno notices between himself and the boy on the other side of the fence? Choose two.

• The boy on the other side of the fence is much taller.

• The boy on the other side of the fence is much skinnier.

• The boy on the other side of the fence is wearing striped pajamas.

• The boy on the other side of the fence is much older.

How does Bruno feel when he first talks to Shmuel?

• Angry

• Jealous

• Curious

• Scared

What does Shmuel reveal about his life on the other side of the fence?

• He is there on vacation.

• He is being trained for the army.

• He is there with his entire family.

• He is there against his will and separated from most of his family.

How does Bruno's perception of the fence change after meeting Shmuel?

• He sees it as a necessary protection.

• He views it as a barrier that should be crossed.

• He believes it is unfair.

• He is indifferent and accepts it as part of the landscape.

What does Bruno's decision to keep his friendship with Shmuel a secret from his family indicate about his understanding of the situation at the camp?

• He is fully aware of the camp's purpose and wants to protect Shmuel.

• He senses that his family would not approve but does not fully understand why.

• He believes his family would be jealous of his new friend.

• He thinks his family would want to invite Shmuel over.

How does Bruno's innocence affect his understanding of Shmuel's situation?

• It prevents him from fully understanding the severity of Shmuel's circumstances.

• It makes him more empathetic towards Shmuel's situation.

• It leads him to blame Shmuel for being on the other side of the fence.

• It encourages him to seek help from his parents.

What three characters influence Bruno in his thinking that Germany is superior?​ ​ ​ ​

• Lars

• Father

• Grandfather

• Grandmother

• Herr Liszt

Reorder the following events that Shmuel experienced leading up to his arrival at "Out-With". Be sure to put the events in chronological order.

• living peacefully above his father's watch shop

• cramped train ride

• transported to train station via big trucks

• transported to the Cracow Ghetto

• forced to wear armbands

What is Bruno's reaction to armbands?

• Bruno thinks they look unfashionable

• Bruno would like to wear an armband

• Bruno wants Shmuel to wear his