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In "Milkweed" by Jerry Spinelli, the jackboots, representing Nazi soldiers, view Jews with deep contempt and dehumanization. They see them as subhuman, often referring to them in derogatory terms, and are driven by an ideology that promotes hatred and violence against them. This perspective fuels their actions during the Holocaust, showcasing the pervasive anti-Semitism of the time. The portrayal emphasizes the brutality and moral depravity of those who perpetrated such violence.
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What are the Jackboots in the book milkweed?
In the book "Milkweed" by Jerry Spinelli, Jackboots refer to the German soldiers who wore tall leather boots during World War II. They were part of the Nazi regime and were known for their brutality and oppression of Jewish people and other minorities. Their presence in the story symbolizes the fear and danger that Jews faced during the Holocaust.
What language did jackboots speak in the book Milkweed?
In the book "Milkweed" by Jerry Spinelli, Jackboots primarily speak German, as they are Nazi soldiers occupying Warsaw during World War II. The protagonist, a young boy named Misha, encounters Jackboots throughout the story as he navigates life in the brutal conditions of the Warsaw Ghetto.
Why were the Nazis soldier's called jackboots in the book milkweed?
Jackboots is just the name for the German soldiers' knee high boots.
In the book Milkweed by Jerry Spinelli is Uri pretending to be a Jackboot?
Uri hates Jackboots! Jackboots pick on Jews like him. He is not pretending to be one. He is a double agent trying to stay alive. Uri pretends to shoot Misha in the head but then moves the gun and shoots his ear to keep him safe as he said in the book "someday i will have to kill you to save your life". He did this to appease the jack boots so they will leave him alone and to save him.
Was candy mountain a concentration camp?
Yes, the Jackboots (Nazis) lied to the Jews telling them they could have their own village, and not be bothered.
What is a sentence with the word jackboots?
I think I'd like to have these jackboots professionally cleaned.
When was Jackboots on Whitehall created?
Jackboots on Whitehall was created on 2010-06-20.
What happens when the Jews are taking to concentration camps in milkweed?
they would drown and then they would be skinned alive
What is the concrete symbol in milkweed by Jerry Spinelli?
The main idea is that a milkweed can grow in any harsh time. Like in the story "Milkweed" were it about Jews in the ghetto, theirs only one green thing in the ghetto. And that was a milkweed plant.
Are jackboots German soldiers?
yes
How many milkweed plants are there?
There is common milkweed, purple milkweed, tropical milkweed, and swamp milkweed.
What are the ratings and certificates for Jackboots on Whitehall - 2010?
Jackboots on Whitehall - 2010 is rated/received certificates of: Australia:M Germany:16 Singapore:NC-16
