Bruno's Feelings and Relationships

In Chapter 16 of 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas', Bruno reflects on his fading memories of Berlin and his grandmother's death. He adjusts to life at Out-With, finding solace in his friendship with Shmuel. Bruno questions the purpose of the fence separating them and discusses it with his sister Gretel, learning about the Jews. The chapter concludes with Bruno and Gretel dealing with lice, resulting in Bruno's hair being shaved, making him look more like Shmuel.

What event caused Bruno to return to Berlin temporarily?

• A family wedding

• His father's promotion

• A school reunion

• His grandmother's death

How did Bruno feel about his grandmother's productions?

• He was indifferent

• He found them boring

• He cherished them

• He disliked them

What realization did Bruno have during his visit to Berlin?

• He disliked his new home

• He wanted to stay in Berlin

• He was taller than before

• He missed his old friends

Why was Bruno's father particularly sad at the funeral?

• He missed Berlin

• He was moving to a new city

• He had argued with grandmother

• He had lost his job

What change in 'Out-With' made Bruno feel more at home?

• He had a friend named Shmuel

• His family was happier

• The soldiers were friendlier

• The house had more floors

What did Bruno and Shmuel often do together?

• Play football

• Explore the area

• Sit and talk

• Read books

What did Bruno wish he could do with Shmuel?

• Play games

• Go to school

• Visit Berlin

• Meet his family

What did Bruno learn about the fence from Gretel?

• It was to keep animals out

• It was for decoration

• It was to separate Jews from others

• It was a temporary structure

How did Gretel react when Bruno asked about the fence?

• She laughed

• She was confused

• She got angry

• She ignored him

What did Gretel discover in her hair?

• A small egg

• A new hair color

• A new hairstyle

• A piece of jewelry