The Boy In The Striped Pajamas Practice Test

Which element in the narrative functions as a persistent reminder of power and obedience?

The fence Bruno's striped pajamas The boy across the fence The Fury's warnings

Correct Answer:

The Fury's warnings

Explanation:

Power and obedience are kept in constant view through the Fury's warnings. His words carry the weight of the regime’s authority and remind everyone that rules exist to be followed and that punishment will follow disobedience. Because these threats come from the highest official visible to the characters and are heard repeatedly, they create a climate where even curious impulses are checked before acting. The fence marks separation, and Bruno's striped pajamas symbolize dehumanization, while the boy across the fence offers a human connection. But these elements don’t actively enforce obedience in the same way the Fury’s warnings do, making those warnings the persistent reminder of who holds power and what it requires.

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