Questions and Answers
During Yom Kippur, what did the prisoners debate?
The prisoners debated whether or not they should obey the religious observation of Yom Kippur and fast.
What 'gift' did the Germans have for the prisoners for the New Year?
There was to be a selection; the Gestapo selected weakened prisoners to be sent to the crematoria.
What advice did the head of Elie's block give to the prisoners to improve their chances and avoid being selected?
He advised them to move about to get some color so they would appear healthier, they should run, not walk slowly; they should not look at the S.S., and they should not be afraid.
What joke did Elie's friend make when Elie's number was not written down for selection?
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What did the head of the block tell everyone after the selection process was over?
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Who were the prisoners that were told they were not to report to work but would instead stay in the camp?
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What was to become of the men who stayed behind?
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What did Elie's father give to Elie, and what did Elie ironically call it?
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What happened to Elie's father?
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Why was Akiba Drumer chosen for selection according to Elie?
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What did Akiba Drumer ask of his fellow prisoners?
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What happened to Elie when winter came to the camp?
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What was the doctor's diagnosis?
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Was the operation successful?
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What rumor began circulating around the camp two days after Elie's operation?
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Why was this good news for the prisoners?
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Why were the prisoners particularly hopeful this time after hearing similar rumors in the past?
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Why did Elie's hospital neighbor refuse to be fooled?
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What bad news did the prisoners receive that day?
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What decision did Elie and his father have to make that day?
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What became of those people who stayed behind in the hospital?
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As the prisoners ran through the night, what orders were the S.S. guards under?
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'Death wrapped itself around me...it stuck to me' is an example of what literary device?
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Study Notes
Yom Kippur Debate
- Prisoners debated whether to observe Yom Kippur by fasting, despite enduring constant hunger.
New Year "Gift"
- The Germans planned a selection process, targeting weakened prisoners for deportation to crematoria.
Head of the Block's Advice
- To enhance their chances against selection, prisoners were advised to appear healthier, move quickly, avoid the S.S., and not show fear.
Friend's Joke
- When Elie was not selected, a friend joked he was too fast for the S.S. to notice his number.
Assurance Post-Selection
- The block leader falsely assured that nothing would happen to anyone, attempting to calm the prisoners after selections.
Prisoners Remaining in Camp
- A group of prisoners was told to remain in camp, consisting of those whose numbers were chosen during the selection.
Fate of Selected Men
- Selected prisoners were to undergo a second round of selection.
Elie's Inheritance
- Elie received his father’s knife and spoon, which he referred to ironically as his inheritance.
Elie’s Father's Situation
- Elie's father managed to demonstrate his usefulness, allowing him to escape the second selection.
Akiba Drumer's Selection
- Akiba Drumer was chosen for selection due to his loss of faith in God, which diminished his will to survive.
Kaddish Request
- Akiba asked fellow prisoners to recite Kaddish for him three days after his passing, following Jewish customs.
Elie's Health During Winter
- Elie's foot swelled painfully in the cold, necessitating a doctor's examination.
Doctor's Diagnosis
- The doctor recommended an operation to prevent potential amputation of Elie's toes or leg.
Outcome of Elie's Operation
- The surgery was successful, involving only the drainage of an infection without amputating any part of his foot.
Rumors of Liberation
- Two days post-operation, rumors spread that the Red Army was advancing on Buna, instilling hope among the prisoners.
Significance of Rumors
- The prospect of liberation by the Russian Army generated hope for the prisoners, unlike previous false alarms.
Hospital Neighbor's Skepticism
- Elie's neighbor believed that all Jews would perish before any liberation occurred, refusing to indulge in false hopes.
Evacuation Announcement
- The prisoners learned they would be evacuated to an undisclosed location within Germany, leading to distress.
Decision on Evacuation
- Elie and his father opted to evacuate with the other prisoners instead of remaining in the hospital.
Fate of Those in the Hospital
- After the war, Elie discovered that those who stayed in the hospital were liberated by the Russians two days later.
S.S. Guards Orders
- S.S. guards were instructed to shoot anyone who could not maintain the pace during the night run.
Use of Personification
- Elie’s expression "Death wrapped itself around me" exemplifies personification, attributing human qualities to the concept of death.
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Dive into the profound themes of Elie Wiesel's 'Night' with these flashcards focusing on chapters 5-9. Explore the moral dilemmas faced by prisoners during significant religious observations amid the horrors of the Holocaust. Test your knowledge and deepen your understanding of this poignant narrative.