The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Practice Test

Holding hands is the moment the story uses to capture the lasting connection between Bruno and Shmuel in the final scene. The simple act shows their loyalty and friendship crossing the fence, even as they face a terrifying situation together. It conveys innocence and trust more powerfully than words or actions like running away, talking, or sharing a meal could in that moment. The other possibilities don’t match what the image of them at the end depicts, so the holding hands moment stands out as the best description of what they’re doing.