Night Chapter 9 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How long was Elie's stay at Buchenwald?

From mid January until April 11th.

What were Elie's thoughts during this time?

Nothing mattered except food and survival.

How did the prisoners know the end of the war was near?

SS block leaders were late, which never happened.

What did the Germans decide to do with the prisoners? (Select all that apply)

Stop food rations Signup and view all the answers

Before all the prisoners could be evacuated, what happened?

The resistance fought back and took control over the camp. Signup and view all the answers

What happened several hours later?

Americans arrived outside of Buchenwald's gates at 6:00 PM. Signup and view all the answers

What did the prisoners do after liberation?

No thoughts of revenge or family, only food. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Elie after liberation?

Elie fell ill 3 days after liberation to food poisoning and was transferred to a hospital for two weeks where he stayed between life and death. Signup and view all the answers

What does Elie see in the mirror?

A corpse. Signup and view all the answers

What does the line suggest when Elie sees a corpse in the mirror?

He has become death because it has surrounded him for so long. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you suppose that Wiesel always refers to his persecutors as Germans or SS but never Nazis?

Wiesel never shares the opinion that it was only the Nazis who were responsible for the Holocaust, perhaps to emphasize the broader culpability of the German people. Signup and view all the answers

The camps that Elie traveled to in chronological order are: birkenau, auschwitz, buna, gleiwitz, ______.

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Study Notes

Buchenwald Stay

Elie's stay lasted from mid-January until April 11th.
Survival and food were the only thoughts occupying prisoners' minds during this time.

Indicators of War's End

Delay of SS block leaders indicated the war's end was near, as it was uncommon behavior.

German Plans for Prisoners

Germans aimed to liquidate or "evacuate" prisoner blocks gradually, leading them to crematoriums while halting food rations.
Ultimately, plans shifted to evacuate the entire camp and destroy it.

Resistance Movement

The resistance launched a counterattack before all prisoners could be evacuated, gaining control of the camp.

Liberation Event

American forces arrived at Buchenwald's gates at 6:00 PM several hours after the resistance's action.

Prisoners Post-Liberation

Prisoners were devoid of thoughts of revenge or reuniting with families, solely focusing on food.

Elie's Condition After Liberation

Three days post-liberation, Elie fell ill with food poisoning and required hospitalization for two weeks, facing life-threatening conditions.

Reflection in the Mirror

Elie observed a corpse-like reflection in the mirror, symbolizing the devastating effects of his experiences.

Significance of the Line

The imagery of becoming "death" conveys how pervasive death was in his environment and experiences.

Terminology Used by Wiesel

Wiesel consistently refers to his oppressors as Germans or SS, avoiding the term "Nazis" due to his belief that the German people are culpable, countering the argument of separate responsibility.

Chronological Order of Camps

Elie's travel through camps occurred in this sequence: Birkenau, Auschwitz, Buna, Gleiwitz, and Buchenwald.

Description

Test your knowledge with these flashcards from Chapter 9 of Elie Wiesel's 'Night'. This quiz covers important events and thoughts during Elie's time at Buchenwald, emphasizing themes of survival and despair. Perfect for readers seeking a deeper understanding of the text.