Movie Activity: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

Bruno lives in...

• a small village in the countryside

• a bustling city

• a quiet suburban neighborhood

• a large mansion in the city

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What kind of job does Bruno's father have?

• Doctor

• Teacher

• Soldier

• Chef

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Instructions: Choose the correct sentence that uses the past tense to describe something that happened in the first 10 minutes of the movie.

• The movie starts with a dramatic scene.

• The main character was introduced in the first 10 minutes.

• The plot will thicken as the movie progresses.

• The director is known for his unique style.

When Bruno arrives at his new home, how does he feel?

• Excited

• Confused

• Angry

• Happy

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Bruno's mother looks worried when they arrive because:

• she is concerned about the new environment.

• she is unhappy with the travel arrangements.

• she is worried about Bruno's education.

• she is anxious about meeting new people.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Bruno sees people in striped pajamas. Who are they?

• Prisoners in a concentration camp

• Circus performers

• Prison guards

• School children

Prediction: What do you think will happen when Bruno explores the backyard?

• Bruno will find a hidden treasure.

• Bruno will meet a new friend.

• Bruno will get lost.

• Bruno will discover a new plant.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Instructions: Answer the questions as you watch the movie. Some questions are about the story, while others help with grammar, vocabulary, and critical thinking. Grammar check: Which of the following is an example of a present continuous sentence from the movie?

• Bruno is looking outside the window.

• Bruno looked outside the window.

• Bruno will look outside the window.

• Bruno has looked outside the window.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What is different between Bruno's house and the area behind the fence?

• Bruno's house is larger than the area behind the fence.

• The area behind the fence is more colorful than Bruno's house.

• Bruno's house is more modern than the area behind the fence.

• The area behind the fence is more mysterious than Bruno's house.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

What does the word 'forbidden' mean? How is it used in the movie?

• It means allowed and is used to describe a place everyone can go.

• It means prohibited and is used to describe a place no one can go.

• It means encouraged and is used to describe a place everyone should visit.

• It means ignored and is used to describe a place that is not important.

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4