Prisoner B-3087 Ch. 7-12 Vocabulary

Study Notes

Liquidated: Refers to the violent elimination of individuals, especially during the Holocaust. Highlighted by the threat of mass deportation in Krakow's ghetto.
Ragtag: Describes a disorganized group, specifically referencing the deported Jews who were escorted together in an uncontrolled manner.
Reluctantly: Indicates an unwillingness through the context of forced labor; the protagonist and his father were compelled to comply with work details despite their hesitance.
Wrenched: Conveys intense emotional pain, symbolizing feelings of heartbreak and despair during traumatic experiences.
Gypsies: Refers to a marginalized group targeted during the Holocaust, noted for their distinctive cultural background and tragic fate, often killed upon capture.
Barrack: A basic shelter for prisoners or laborers, emphasizing the harsh living conditions endured in concentration camps.
Meager: Describes inadequate food supply, as experienced by the protagonist; signifies scarcity amidst the struggle for survival.
Doff: A gesture of respect, indicating the importance of proper conduct and the severe consequences of failing to do so, such as death for not saluting adequately.
Latrines: Communal toilet facilities in a camp, contributing to the unsanitary living conditions faced by those imprisoned.
Ajar: Indicates a state of being slightly open, hinting at secrecy or mystery, possibly in relation to hidden dangers or opportunities within the camp setting.

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