Sunday, 6 November 2011

What is the exposition of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne?

Theof a
story gives the reader necessary background information by introducing the characters, settings,
and specific events of the story.

In Boyne's , the
exposition depicts the , Bruno, arriving home to learn that his family will be moving. The
audience is introduced to Bruno's family and discovers that they are German. The audience also
learns that Bruno's father has an important position, that the family is currently living in
Berlin during WWII, and that Bruno's parents disagree about the move. Bruno is depicted as a
naive, innocent nine-year-old boy, who enjoys adventures and does not understand why his family
has to leave Berlin. The audience is also introduced to Bruno's older sister, Gretel, whom he
refers to as a Hopeless Case.

The exposition also includes chapter 2, when
Bruno's family arrives at their new home. The audience learns that the new home is in a desolate
location and is not a welcoming environment. More information...



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