History of the Holocaust Concentration Camps

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What is the central concept of Hospitality in Homer's Odyssey?

Kingdom expansion

Treasure hunting

Betrayal

Xenia, or guest-friendship (correct)

How is Hospitality portrayed in the Odyssey?

As a virtue rewarded by the gods

As a sign of weakness

As a weakness punished by the gods (correct)

As a form of deception

Which character exemplifies Loyalty in the Odyssey?

Penelope (correct)

Circe

Polyphemus

Odysseus

What was the purpose of the initial concentration camps?

To serve as political prisons Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of Penelope in the Odyssey?

Remaining loyal to Odysseus Signup and view all the answers

Which groups, besides Jews, were moved to concentration camps during the Holocaust?

Romas and Communists Signup and view all the answers

How does Vengeance play a significant role in the Odyssey?

Odysseus seeks vengeance for Polyphemus blinding him Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main themes explored in 'Night' by Elie Wiesel?

Identity, suffering, and night/darkness Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of Xenia affect the characters in the Odyssey?

'Good' hospitality is always rewarded with good fortune Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the prisoners during death marches?

They were shot if they slowed down or stopped Signup and view all the answers

'Night' uses figurative language to help communicate the meaning of difficult concepts. Which of the following is an example of figurative language used in the text?

Symbolism Signup and view all the answers

'Night' by Elie Wiesel addresses the question of God's existence in the face of the Holocaust. What happens when Eliezer's father is dying and calls out for him?

Eliezer refuses to help him Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme explored in 'Night' by Elie Wiesel?

The struggle to maintain faith and hope during dark times Signup and view all the answers

Which Greek goddess does Telemachus ask for help in 'The Odyssey'?

Athena Signup and view all the answers

In Greek mythology, what is Perseus known for?

Killing the Gorgon named Medusa Signup and view all the answers

What type of story is 'The Odyssey' by Homer?

Hero's journey myth Signup and view all the answers

What is the central lesson learned from the story of Perseus?

The inevitability of fulfilling prophecies Signup and view all the answers

'Night' by Elie Wiesel explores themes related to which historical event?

World War II and the Holocaust Signup and view all the answers

What is the tone of Elie Wiesel's work Night?

Mournful and somber Signup and view all the answers

How does Eliezer's loss of faith in Night impact the tone of the book?

Contributes to a mournful and honest tone Signup and view all the answers

What symbolism is associated with the pigs in Animal Farm?

They are a metaphor for oppressive leaders Signup and view all the answers

How does Napoleon take control of Animal Farm in George Orwell's allegory?

By forcefully chasing off his opponent Signup and view all the answers

Which event leads to Boxer's ultimate fate in Animal Farm?

Collapsing due to overwork and being sold to a glue maker Signup and view all the answers

How do the farm animals react when they are unable to differentiate between the pigs and the humans?

They feel disillusioned and defeated Signup and view all the answers

What purpose does the allegorical connection to the Bolshevik Revolution serve in Animal Farm?

To critique totalitarianism and political corruption Signup and view all the answers