The Boy in The Striped Pajamas- Chapter 5, 6, 7

Why is Bruno upset when he arrives at Out-With?

• A. He misses his school friends.

• B. He hates the countryside.

• C. The house is smaller and unwelcoming.

• D. He doesn’t have his favorite toys.

What does Bruno notice outside his new bedroom window?

• A. A forest

• B. group of children playing

• C. A beautiful garden

• D. A strange fence and people in striped pajamas

How does Bruno’s mother feel about the move to Out-With?

• A. She’s excited to live in the countryside

• B. She fully supports Father’s decision

• C. She privately disagrees and is unhappy

• D. She wants to bring more family members there

What do we learn about Father’s job in Chapter 5?

• A. He is a train conductor

• B. He is a high-ranking Nazi officer

• C. He is a school principal

• D. He is a farmer

Why does Bruno feel uncomfortable during his conversation with Father?

• A. He doesn’t understand the reason for the move

• B. He’s afraid of being punished

• C. He feels guilty for complaining

• D. All of the above

How does Maria react when Bruno complains about the move?

• A. She tells him to stop whining

• B. She gently reminds him that his father is a good man

• C. She agrees and encourages him to leave

• D. She stays quiet and avoids the conversation

What is revealed about Maria’s past in this chapter?

• A. Bruno’s father helped her when she was in need

• B. She used to live near Bruno

• C. She was once a teacher

• D. She grew up in the countryside

What theme is highlighted by Maria's loyalty to Father?

• A. Freedom

• B. Gratitude and obedience

• C. Betrayal

• • D. Power and violence

Why does Maria hesitate to say too much about her feelings?

• A. She is scared of losing her job or worse

• B. She agrees with the move

• C. She wants to protect Bruno

• D. She thinks Bruno is too young to understand

How does Bruno's conversation with Maria challenge his view of his father?

• A. It confirms his suspicions

• B. It makes him admire his father more

• C. It complicates his feelings and makes him think deeper

• D. It makes him want to be just like his father