Chapter 6 - The Overpaid Maid

• 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?

He realises that Maria had a life before she became his fathers maid, and that it wasn't that good. It show's how Bruno can now start to realise that people aren't the way they are for life and not everyone was as well off as him.

• Compare how Bruno and Gretel treat Maria.

Bruno and Gretel usually treat Maria the same way even though Bruno is a little bit more respectful. Now though, after hearing about Maria's past Bruno gets angry at Gretel even though she speaks the same way to Maria that she always had because he had gained true respect for her. Gretel treats her like a servant, Bruno treats her like a person

• (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?

She tells Bruno not to say how he feels about the house out loud to keep them safe. She says this because if the "Fury" hears about it he might get angry with the family and Bruno could also be told what's really going on and lose his innocence. It is good advice.

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

Bruno's reaction to his new feelings is to cry, even though he doesn't know why. I believe that he reacts this way because he can't do what he wants.