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Why are the prisoners running when they are evacuated?
Why are the prisoners running when they are evacuated?
The SS officer ordered them to run.
What happens to men who fall to the ground while they are running during evacuation?
What happens to men who fall to the ground while they are running during evacuation?
They are shot.
What happens to Zalman, Elie's acquaintance, when he collapses with a stomach ache?
What happens to Zalman, Elie's acquaintance, when he collapses with a stomach ache?
He was trampled to death by the other officers.
What happens when Elie wants to sleep in the snow?
What happens when Elie wants to sleep in the snow?
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In chapter 6, when Rabbi Elichou asks Elie if he has seen his son, what does Elie say?
In chapter 6, when Rabbi Elichou asks Elie if he has seen his son, what does Elie say?
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After Rabbi Elichou asks Elie about his son, what does Elie remember about the son?
After Rabbi Elichou asks Elie about his son, what does Elie remember about the son?
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Why does Rabbi Elichou's son perform the action that Elie remembers?
Why does Rabbi Elichou's son perform the action that Elie remembers?
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What realization does Elie come to when he remembers the action performed by Rabbi Elichou's son?
What realization does Elie come to when he remembers the action performed by Rabbi Elichou's son?
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What feeling does Elie have toward Rabbi Elichou's son?
What feeling does Elie have toward Rabbi Elichou's son?
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What does Elie pray for regarding the actions of Rabbi Elichou's son upon remembering his actions?
What does Elie pray for regarding the actions of Rabbi Elichou's son upon remembering his actions?
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As the prisoners take refuge in a deserted village after the evacuation, where does Elie find himself?
As the prisoners take refuge in a deserted village after the evacuation, where does Elie find himself?
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What does Elie struggle to do when he finds himself in the deserted village?
What does Elie struggle to do when he finds himself in the deserted village?
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Who does Elie find in a pile of bodies in the deserted village?
Who does Elie find in a pile of bodies in the deserted village?
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What does the person who Elie finds in a pile of bodies do as Elie falls asleep?
What does the person who Elie finds in a pile of bodies do as Elie falls asleep?
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What does Elie find in the morning at the deserted village?
What does Elie find in the morning at the deserted village?
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In chapter 6, in yet another selection process, what happens to Elie's father?
In chapter 6, in yet another selection process, what happens to Elie's father?
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At the end of chapter 6, how are the prisoners forced to travel?
At the end of chapter 6, how are the prisoners forced to travel?
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Why are there 100 passengers crowded together as they travel in chapter 6?
Why are there 100 passengers crowded together as they travel in chapter 6?
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Study Notes
Evacuation and Running
- The SS officer orders prisoners to run during evacuation, leading to a chaotic escape.
- Those who fall to the ground while running are immediately shot, emphasizing the brutal conditions.
Zalman's Fate
- Zalman, an acquaintance of Elie, suffers from a stomach ache and collapses, resulting in his trampling by other prisoners.
Sleep and Awareness
- Elie attempts to sleep in the snow, but his father insists he must stay awake to survive.
Rabbi Elichou's Son
- Rabbi Elichou inquires about his son, but Elie has not seen him.
- Elie recalls that Rabbi Elichou's son was running ahead, driven by a desire to distance himself from his father, believing he had a better chance of survival.
Emotions and Realizations
- Elie feels disgust towards Rabbi Elichou's son for choosing self-preservation over familial loyalty.
- Elie prays not to emulate the selfish actions of Rabbi Elichou's son, revealing his internal moral struggle.
Refuge in a Village
- After the evacuation, Elie finds himself in a deserted village, surrounded by dead bodies, where he struggles to breathe amid the despair.
Encounter with Juliek
- In a pile of bodies, Elie discovers Juliek, who plays his violin as Elie falls asleep, expressing a fleeting moment of beauty amidst horror.
Mourning and Loss
- The next morning, Elie wakes to find Juliek dead, highlighting the tragic fate of those caught in the Holocaust.
Selection Process
- During a selection process, Elie's father is chosen, intensifying the suspense and fear of being separated from loved ones.
Travel Conditions
- At the end of chapter 6, prisoners are crammed into a train car with 100 passengers due to their emaciated states, emphasizing the inhumane treatment they endure.
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Description
Explore the harrowing themes from Elie Wiesel's 'Night', focusing on the brutal realities of survival during the Holocaust. Delve into the emotional struggles of characters like Elie and Rabbi Elichou as they navigate their harrowing experience. This quiz will test your understanding of the moral dilemmas and emotional impacts presented in the text.
