The Hopeless Case by John Boyne ICSE

What nickname does Bruno give his sister Gretel?

• The Boss

• The Hopeless Case

• The Genius

• The Brave One

How old is Gretel in the story?

• 9

• 10

• 12

• 14

How much older is Gretel than Bruno?

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

What does Gretel often do that annoys Bruno?

• Steals his toys

• Bosses him around

• Tells on him

• Eats his food

How does Bruno feel about Gretel’s friends?

• He likes them

• He is scared of them

• He finds them mean

• He wants to join them

What collection does Gretel have in her room?

• Stamps

• Dolls

• Books

• Coins

Why does Bruno think Gretel’s dolls are strange?

• They talk

• They move

• He imagines they spy on him

• They are broken

What does Gretel call their new house?

• Auschwitz

• Out-With

• The Palace

• The Mansion

What does Gretel say “the foreseeable future” means?

• Forever

• A few days

• A few weeks

• A year

How does Bruno feel about staying at Out-With?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Disappointed

• Happy