Exploring Chapters 1-2 of The Boy in Striped Pajamas

What is the name of the main character introduced in Chapter 1?

• Robert Brown

• John Doe

• Jane Smith

• Alice Johnson

Describe Bruno's feelings about moving to a new house.

• Bruno is excited and happy about moving to a new house.

• Bruno feels anxious and sad about moving to a new house.

• Bruno feels indifferent and neutral about moving to a new house.

• Bruno is relieved and optimistic about moving to a new house.

What does Bruno's father do for a living?

• Commandant in the Nazi army

• Teacher at a local school

• Doctor in a hospital

• Engineer in a factory

How does Bruno feel about his new home near 'Out-With'?

• Bruno feels relieved to be away from his old home.

• Bruno loves his new home and feels excited.

• Bruno is indifferent and doesn't care about the move.

• Bruno feels unhappy and isolated.

Who are the people that Bruno sees from his window?

• Delivery workers dropping off packages

• Children playing in the park

• Neighbors walking their dogs

• Prisoners in striped pajamas

What does Bruno's mother think about their new home?

• Bruno's mother believes their new home is conveniently located near the city.

• Bruno's mother thinks their new home is dreary and isolated.

• Bruno's mother thinks their new home is spacious and welcoming.

• Bruno's mother loves their new home and finds it charming.

What is the significance of the 'striped pajamas' mentioned in the title?

• The 'striped pajamas' signify the loss of innocence and the harsh realities of the Holocaust.

• The 'striped pajamas' symbolize friendship and unity among children.

• The 'striped pajamas' represent a fashion trend in the 1940s.

• The 'striped pajamas' are a reference to a popular children's book.

How does Bruno's relationship with his sister, Gretel, develop in these chapters?

• Bruno and Gretel's relationship becomes strained as she adopts Nazi ideology, distancing herself from him.

• Their relationship remains unchanged, with no significant developments.

• Gretel becomes protective of Bruno, shielding him from Nazi influences.

• Bruno and Gretel grow closer as they bond over their shared experiences.

What does Bruno's exploration of the house reveal about his character?

• Bruno is fearful and hesitant.

• Bruno is curious and adventurous.

• Bruno is disinterested and bored.

• Bruno is indifferent and passive.

What themes of innocence and childhood are introduced in these chapters?

• Childhood is depicted solely through dark and tragic events.

• The chapters focus exclusively on the loss of innocence without any joyful moments.

• Themes of innocence are only shown through adult characters' perspectives.

• Themes of innocence and childhood are introduced through the characters' naive perspectives, joyful experiences, and the contrast between their innocence and harsh realities.