"The Berlin Boxing Club" Quiz
A Jewish teenager in 1930s Berlin finds refuge in boxing as he navigates the rise of the Nazi regime.
historical fiction | 399 pages | Published in 2011
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Essay questions
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- How does the protagonist, Karl Stern, evolve throughout the novel?
- What role does boxing play in Karl's life and how does it contribute to his character development?
- Discuss the theme of identity and belonging in the novel, using Karl's experiences as a Jewish boy living in Nazi-era Berlin.
- How does the author portray the historical and political context of Berlin during the 1930s, and what impact does it have on the characters?
- Examine the relationship between Karl and his sister, Hildy, and how it shapes both of their journeys in the story.
- In what ways does art and creativity serve as a form of resistance and self-expression for the characters in the novel?
- Discuss the significance of the Berlin Boxing Club as a setting and its role in the story's themes and symbolism.
