The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas Quiz

What are Bruno's key personality traits in the first 5 chapters?

• Introverted, lazy, pessimistic

• Brave, intelligent, extroverted

• Stubborn, arrogant, selfish

• Curious, naive, adventurous

Describe Bruno's relationship with his sister, Gretel, in the early chapters.

• hostile and aggressive

• loving and affectionate

• indifferent and apathetic

• distant and strained

How is the character of Shmuel portrayed and his role in the story?

• Shmuel is a kind, innocent boy symbolizing the suffering of Jews during the Holocaust.

• Shmuel is a wise, powerful leader who saves the protagonist.

• Shmuel is a carefree boy with no impact on the story.

• Shmuel is a cruel, selfish boy causing trouble for the protagonist.

Summarize the main events in the first 5 chapters of the book.

• The main events include Bruno's family moving, Bruno's exploration, his discovery of the boy in the striped pyjamas, and his growing friendship with the boy.

• The main events include Bruno's family adopting a pet, Bruno's involvement in a play, his friendship with a classmate, and his family's holiday plans.

• The main events include Bruno's family vacation, Bruno's new school, his pet dog's illness, and his hobby.

• The main events include Bruno's family moving to a new country, Bruno's struggle with a new language, his interest in a sports team, and his academic achievements.

What are the initial conflicts and their resolutions?

• Resolved by Bruno's father leaving the war for his family.

• Resolved as Bruno explores new surroundings and befriends Shmuel.

• Resolved by Bruno's mother convincing him to embrace the new environment.

• Resolved by Bruno running away from home.

What is the significance of Bruno and Shmuel's friendship in the story?

• It helps Bruno escape from boredom.

• It is insignificant and adds no value.

• It is a distraction from the main plot.

• It highlights the power of human connection and empathy.

Identify the themes of friendship and innocence in the first 5 chapters.

• Love and betrayal

• Adventure and mystery

• Friendship and innocence

• War and violence

Describe the story's setting, including the time and location.

• Japan during the Meiji Restoration

• US during the Civil War

• France during the Renaissance

• Germany during World War II

How does the setting affect the narrative's mood and atmosphere?

• The setting only affects the characters

• The setting can create tension, fear, or sadness

• The setting has no impact on the mood and atmosphere

• The setting always creates a happy mood

Discuss the significance of the concentration camp setting in the book's themes.

• The setting highlights themes of luxury, wealth, and comfort.

• The setting downplays themes of suffering, loss, and despair.

• The setting symbolizes themes of peace, love, and happiness.

• The setting emphasizes themes of innocence, friendship, and the horrors of war and discrimination.