Boy in Striped Pajamas Chapters 16-20

What can be inferred about Bruno's understanding of the people in the striped pajamas by the end of Chapter 20?

• He fully grasps the gravity of their situation and the reason for their imprisonment.

• He remains naive, viewing them as different but not fully understanding their situation.

• He believes they wear striped pajamas by choice and are happy.

• He understands everything and plans to help them escape.

Why does Bruno decide to crawl under the fence?

• To explore the other side out of sheer curiosity.

• To help Shmuel find his father.

• Because he was following an order from a soldier.

• To escape from his own home.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What does the interaction between Bruno and Shmuel towards the end of Chapter 20 suggest about their friendship?

• Their friendship is weakening due to the circumstances.

• They are becoming more distant and cautious around each other.

• Their friendship is strong, transcending the barriers between them.

• They are indifferent to each other's situations.

How does Bruno's family react to his disappearance?

• They are indifferent and hardly notice he is gone.

• They are immediately concerned and start searching for him.

• They assume he is playing around and will return soon.

• They are relieved that he is gone.

What theme is most evident in the chapters 16-20 of "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas"?

• The innocence of childhood.

• The brutality of war.

• The importance of obedience.

• The power of friendship.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

What does Bruno's decision to help Shmuel find his father reveal about his character?

• He is naive and does not understand the danger he is putting himself in.

• He is selfish and only thinks about his own desires.

• He is brave and values his friendship with Shmuel above his own safety.

• He is manipulative and has ulterior motives.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the author use the setting to enhance the story's mood in these chapters?

• By describing the weather as gloomy and foreboding.

• By contrasting the comfort of Bruno's home with the harsh conditions on the other side of the fence.

• By setting most scenes at night to add an element of mystery.

• By using the setting to show the passage of time.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the fence symbolize in the story?

• The division between different social classes.

• The barrier between childhood innocence and the harsh realities of the world.

• The physical and ideological divide created by war.

• The separation between family members.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

How does Bruno's perspective on the people in the striped pajamas change from the beginning to the end of these chapters?

• He begins to fear them as dangerous.

• He sees them as friends and equals.

• His perspective does not change; he remains curious but confused.

• He starts to pity them and understand their suffering.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

What role does Bruno's father play in the events of Chapters 16-20?

• He is a supportive figure who helps Bruno understand the situation.

• He is largely absent, focusing on his work and unaware of Bruno's activities.

• He actively discourages Bruno from interacting with Shmuel.

• He is the antagonist, representing the oppressive forces of the time.