Tone

The tone is fear because Karl is always in fear of what will happen to him and his family since they are Jewish.

"I stiffened with fear."

"Stay back," I said, my voice cracking just enough to remind myself of the fear that still resided inside of me, even after years of boxing."

"You're going to think this is crazy," I continued. "But in some ways I feel safer in the ring than I do at school."

""Mama, wake up!" I said."

"Hildy and I stared at each other. Her eyes went wide with fear."

""Papa!" I screamed."