The Boy In The Striped Pajamas Part 1

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The Boy In The Striped Pajamas Part 1 - Quiz

This quiz assesses understanding of the initial settings and characters in 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas'. It covers key details like locations, character relationships, and personal traits, essential for grasping the narrative's context and themes.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    The story begins in___________.

    • A.

      Warsaw

    • B.

      Berlin

    • C.

      Auschwitz

    • D.

      Copenhagen

    Correct Answer
    B. Berlin
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Berlin because the story is set to start in Berlin.

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  • 2. 

    Gretel is __________________ Bruno.

    • A.

      Older than

    • B.

      Younger than

    • C.

      The same age as

    Correct Answer
    A. Older than
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Gretel is older than Bruno.

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  • 3. 

    Which word would NOT be associated with father?

    • A.

      Comandant

    • B.

      Smart

    • C.

      Strict

    • D.

      Silly

    Correct Answer
    D. Silly
    Explanation
    The word "silly" would not be associated with father because it implies a lack of seriousness or maturity, which is not typically associated with the role of a father. Fathers are usually seen as responsible, authoritative, and serious figures, so the word "silly" does not align with this association.

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  • 4. 

    What causes Maria to defend father when Bruno calls him "stupid"?

    • A.

      He was very generous to her mother

    • B.

      Father bought her a car and shoes during the Depression

    • C.

      He pays her very well

    • D.

      She is secretly in love with him

    Correct Answer
    A. He was very generous to her mother
    Explanation
    Maria defends her father when Bruno calls him "stupid" because he was very generous to her mother. This suggests that Maria's father treated her mother well and provided for her, which likely created a strong bond of loyalty and gratitude within Maria. Therefore, when Bruno insults her father, Maria feels compelled to defend him due to the kindness and generosity he showed towards her mother.

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  • 5. 

    Where does Gretel believe she is when they first get to Outwith?

    • A.

      Berlin

    • B.

      Poland

    • C.

      The village

    • D.

      The hills

    • E.

      The countryside

    Correct Answer
    E. The countryside
    Explanation
    Gretel believes she is in the countryside when they first get to Outwith.

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