chapter 6 boy in striped pj's

• On pg 60 Bruno reveals a radical shift in his perspective and understanding of Maria. What is this radical shift? What does this show is developing in Bruno?

-  Bruno begins to think that Maria has more to her life than just waiting on his family. quote: " there must be thoughts in her head just like him. She must have things that she missed, friends whom she wanted to see again, just like him. and she must have cried herself to sleep at night since she got here." this shows that Bruno is becoming more respectful of others.

• Compare how Bruno and Gretel treat Maria.

 - Gretel treats Maria poorly and as if she isn't human where as Bruno respects her and treats her better.

• (pg 65) What is Maria's advice to Bruno about 'keeping safe'? Why do you think that she gives this advice? Do you think that it is good or bad advice?

- Maria gives Bruno the advice to keep his opinions to himself and not say what he thinks about what is happening to the Jews until the war is over. I think this is good advice despite what Bruno thins because his opinion of the Jews is different to everyone else. She gives this advice to keep Bruno safe.

• (65-6) What is Bruno's reaction to his new thoughts/feelings? Why do you think that he reacts this way?

-   his is angry and frustrated because he is not allowed to say what he thinks. He almost cried with anger because of what she said. This is partly because he knew that it was true.