NIGHT Chapter 6 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What orders were the S.S. guards under as the prisoners ran through the night?

They were told to help the prisoners.

They were told to shoot anyone who could not keep up with the pace. (correct)

They were ordered to run alongside the prisoners.

They were instructed to leave the prisoners alone.

Why did Elie run on despite feeling like giving up?

Elie didn't give up because his father wasn't giving up and he shouldn't either; he was his father's only support and reason for living.

Why didn't Elie's father let him sleep?

Elie's father didn't let him sleep because if he fell asleep, he might've died of hypothermia.

What agreement did Elie and his father reach?

Elie and his father agreed that they will look after each other and not let the other fall asleep. Signup and view all the answers

How was the second night's march different from the first?

The second march was different because discipline was not enforced and guards no longer shot slow prisoners. Signup and view all the answers

What new danger arose when the prisoners reached Gleiwitz?

The prisoners were in danger of being crushed to death or smothered by the bodies of the dead, the dying, and the still living. Signup and view all the answers

What happened after three days?

The prisoners were driven out of the barracks and marched to a railroad line to await the arrival of a train. Signup and view all the answers

How did some prisoners distance themselves from the grim reality?

Prisoners were distancing themselves from reality through music, prayer, and just ignoring everything. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Marching Through the Night

SS guards were instructed to shoot anyone unable to maintain the marching pace, prioritizing discipline and control.
Despite feeling exhausted and on the verge of giving up, Elie chose to keep running to support his father and to remain a source of strength for him.

Father-Son Dynamic

Elie's father insisted he remain awake to prevent him from succumbing to hypothermia, highlighting the critical nature of survival.
A mutual agreement between Elie and his father emerged, focusing on protecting each other by avoiding sleep, a crucial measure for survival.

Differences in Marches

The second night's march differed from the first due to the lack of strict discipline; guards refrained from executing slow prisoners, indicating potential shifts in their control methods.

Arrival at Gleiwitz

Upon reaching Gleiwitz, the prisoners faced the new peril of being crushed or suffocated amidst the bodies of the dead and dying, emphasizing the traumatic environment.

Conditions in Gleiwitz

After three days of confinement, prisoners were ordered out of the barracks and assembled at a railroad line, anticipating the next phase of their journey.

Coping Mechanisms

To cope with their grim reality, some prisoners turned to music and prayer or chose to mentally detach from their harrowing circumstances, revealing human resilience despite despair.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 6 from Elie Wiesel's 'NIGHT' with these flashcards. Explore key concepts and significant moments that highlight the struggles and resilience of Elie and his father during their harrowing journey. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of this powerful memoir.