Bruno’s father says that the people behind the fence were not really people. Father also said that Bruno should not worry about them. What purpose does telling this to Bruno have do you think? Do you think Bruno believes the answer?

Father is in charge of the atrocities that take place behind the camp. He wants to shield Bruno from the truth. To some extent, Bruno's father knows his son is an empathetic individual and knowing the truth would have serious consequences to Bruno and their relationship.