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How does Elie feel after the death of his father?

Elie was numb with shock but could not bring himself to cry for his father.

Why do the Germans decide to 'liquidate' Buchenwald and evacuate the prisoners?

The Germans decide this because the war front is getting closer.

What stops the final evacuation of the prisoners from the camp?

The final evacuation was delayed by a day due to an alarm but was then taken over by the resistance (liberators).

What is the first act of the prisoners after the first Americans begin arriving?

<p>All of the prisoners are scrambling for food and care about nothing else.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What stares back at Elie at the end of the novel?

<p>Elie's reflection in a mirror, which he describes as a living corpse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Elie's Emotions

  • Elie experiences numbness and shock after his father's death, struggling to express grief through tears.

Germans' Decision

  • The German forces plan to "liquidate" Buchenwald due to the advancing war front, reflecting a desperation to eliminate evidence of their crimes.

Evacuation Delay

  • The final evacuation of prisoners is postponed by one day triggered by an alarm, eventually leading to a takeover by resistance fighters.

Prisoners' Reaction

  • Upon the arrival of American liberators, prisoners prioritize survival, scrambling desperately for food, showing the extent of their trauma and deprivation.

Reflection on Survival

  • Elie looks into a mirror, confronting his own reflection, which he describes as a "living corpse," symbolizing the profound psychological and physical impact of his experiences.

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Explore the emotional journey of Elie Wiesel in his memoir 'Night'. This quiz delves into key moments such as his father's death, the response to liberation, and the psychological impacts of survival in the concentration camps. Test your understanding of these profound themes and their implications.

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