The Boy In The Striped Pyjamas Book! Quiz

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    What is Bruno's sister's name?

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    • Marah
    • Gretel
    • Katie
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Have you ever perused the book, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas? The novel fits into the genre of Holocaust fiction, which was apparently once a popular style of writing, especially during Nazi Germany during World War II. This book more comes from moral truth, as opposed to real-life events. You can say that taking this quiz would be a novel idea.

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  • 2. 

    What kind of camp does Bruno move to?

    • Boy Scouts

    • Concentration Camp

    • Summer

    • Boot

    Correct Answer
    A. Concentration Camp
    Explanation
    Bruno moves to a concentration camp. This type of camp was established during World War II by the Nazis to imprison and exterminate millions of innocent people, primarily Jews. Concentration camps were characterized by harsh living conditions, forced labor, and systematic mass killings. Bruno's move to a concentration camp indicates a tragic and oppressive setting, highlighting the historical context of the Holocaust.

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  • 3. 

    How do Bruno and Schmuel pass away?

    • Gas Chamber

    • Starvation

    • Shot

    Correct Answer
    A. Gas Chamber
    Explanation
    Bruno and Schmuel pass away in the gas chamber.

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  • 4. 

    What does Bruno call Gretel?

    • Nazi

    • Hopeless Case

    • Jew

    Correct Answer
    A. Hopeless Case
    Explanation
    Bruno calls Gretel a "Hopeless Case" because he sees her as someone who cannot be changed or improved. This term implies that Bruno believes Gretel is beyond help or redemption in some way. It suggests that he sees her as a lost cause or someone who cannot be saved or improved. This nickname reflects Bruno's perception of Gretel's character and his frustration with her behavior or attitude.

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  • 5. 

    How old is Bruno?

    • 12 years old

    • 9 years old

    • 6 years old

    • 14 years old

    Correct Answer
    A. 9 years old
    Explanation
    The given answer states that Bruno is 9 years old. This means that the age of Bruno is 9 years.

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  • 6. 

    Who is the author?

    • John Wilkins

    • Harold Sheen

    • Matthew Dunagon

    • John Boyne

    Correct Answer
    A. John Boyne
    Explanation
    The correct answer is John Boyne.

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  • 7. 

    What is the name of "the boy in the striped pajamas?"

    • Bruno

    • Gretel

    • Shmuel

    • Barbara

    Correct Answer
    A. Shmuel
    Explanation
    Shmuel is the correct answer because he is the character in the book and film "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." Shmuel is a Jewish boy who becomes friends with Bruno, the main character. The story revolves around their unlikely friendship and the tragic events that occur during the Holocaust.

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  • 8. 

    How does Elsa feel about the Holocaust?

    • She wants to be apart of it.

    • She likes it.

    • She doesn't believe in this.

    Correct Answer
    A. She doesn't believe in this.
    Explanation
    The answer suggests that Elsa does not believe in the Holocaust. This implies that she may deny or question the occurrence of the Holocaust, possibly indicating a lack of knowledge or understanding about the historical event. It is important to note that denying or questioning the Holocaust is a form of Holocaust denial, which is widely discredited and considered offensive.

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  • 9. 

    What is Ralph?

    • Nazi

    • Baker

    • Fence Builder

    • Jew

    Correct Answer
    A. Nazi
    Explanation
    The given question is asking for the identity or occupation of Ralph. Among the options provided, the correct answer is "Nazi." This suggests that Ralph is associated with or involved in the Nazi party or ideology.

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  • 10. 

    What do people have to call Ralph?

    • Sir

    • Chief

    • Sargent

    • Commandment

    Correct Answer
    A. Commandment
    Explanation
    People have to call Ralph "Commandment" because it is the title or position he holds. "Commandment" suggests that Ralph has authority and is in charge, possibly in a military or organizational context. It implies that he is responsible for giving orders and ensuring they are followed. The other options, such as "Sir," "Chief," or "Sargent," do not convey the same level of authority and leadership as "Commandment."

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  • 11. 

    What does Elsa do to calm herself?

    • Drinks medical sherries

    • Cleans

    • Argues with Ralph

    • Slaps Bruno and Gretel

    Correct Answer
    A. Drinks medical sherries
    Explanation
    Elsa calms herself by drinking medical sherries. This implies that Elsa uses alcohol as a coping mechanism to relax and soothe her nerves. It suggests that she may rely on alcohol to alleviate stress or anxiety, which may not be a healthy or sustainable method of self-care.

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  • 12. 

    What does Bruno's mother take credit for even though she didn't do it?

    • Helping the Jews

    • Breaking the glass cup

    • Murder of a Nazi

    • Making dinner

    Correct Answer
    A. Making dinner
    Explanation
    Bruno's mother takes credit for making dinner even though she didn't do it. This suggests that she wants to appear as a responsible and caring mother, even if she is not actively involved in the household chores. It could also imply that she wants to maintain a certain image or fulfill societal expectations of a mother's role in the family.

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  • 13. 

    Why is Bruno angry about the move to Out-With?

    • It only has 3 floors

    • There's no one to play with.

    • It is in America and Bruno hates America.

    • All of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. There's no one to play with.
    Explanation
    Bruno is angry about the move to Out-With (a mispronunciation of Auschwitz) because he feels lonely and isolated. Unlike his home in Berlin, where he had friends and a familiar environment, Out-With is desolate and unfamiliar. His main complaint is that there are no other children to play with, which makes him deeply unhappy and confused about the move.

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