Night Chapter 1 - RTB Flashcard

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In what year does Elie's story begin?

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1941

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What is the purpose of the simile: 'Monday passed like a small summer cloud, like a dream in the first daylight hours'?

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To show that time passed quickly.

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How old is Elie when the story begins?

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12

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What news does Elie's father receive at the late-night council meeting?

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The Jews of Sighet will be deported in the morning to an unknown destination.

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Which of the following best describes Moshe the Beadle?

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Well liked, poor, shy, jack of all trades.

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What is the significance of the year 1941 in the context of Elie's story?

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It marks the beginning of the Holocaust and the start of Elie's experiences.

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How does Elie's age at the beginning of the story influence his perspective?

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At 12, Elie is still a child, which affects his understanding of the events unfolding around him.

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What role does Moshe the Beadle play in the community of Sighet?

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He serves as a warning about the dangers facing the Jews, but is largely ignored.

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What does the deportation news signify for the Jewish community in Sighet?

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It marks the beginning of their persecution and the loss of their freedom.

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How does Wiesel use literary devices to convey themes in Night?

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He uses similes, metaphors, and imagery to illustrate the emotional and physical experiences of the Holocaust.