Lesson+5

As we have discussed in class, the characters in a story need to be believable. This helps the reader to identify with the characters, and feel more emotionally attached to them. The main characters in "The Boy in Striped Pyjamas" are:
 * Bruno
 * Elsa (Bruno's Mother)
 * Ralph (Bruno's Father)
 * Schmuel (Jewish boy)
 * Gretel (Bruno's Sister)
 * Lieutenant Kotler

In your groups, you will need to analyse one of these characters. You will use Webspiration to make a mind map that demonstrates how your thoughts and ideas about this character have progressed and link together. When you have completed your mind map, you will need to present it to the rest of the class, explaining the different aspects of your mind map. Here are some things you should consider:
 * What is the character's role in the story?
 * What does the character look like?
 * What attitudes and values does the character have?
 * Is the character believable - why or why not?
 * Did you like or dislike the character?

Each point should be illustrated with examples from the text.

** Blog Post: Reflect on the way in which Boyne has used the characters in his novel to tell his story. Did you like the characters? Did you not like the characters? Why? Why not? **

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