Night Chapter 5 Flashcard

Front

What happens to the prisoners who remain behind in the hospital ward when the camp is evacuated?

Back

They are liberated (freed) by the advancing Russian Army.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL. 11-12.9

Front

Why does the head of block want the block cleaned before they leave?

Back

He wants it to look like the Jews were humans and not animals.

Front

What advice are the men given before the selection?

Back

Run as fast as possible.

Front

What holiday are the Jews celebrating at the beginning of chapter 5?

Back

Rosh Hashanah.

Front

What happened to Akiba Drumer?

Back

He gave up hope and turned himself in to be killed.

Front

What is the significance of Rosh Hashanah in the context of the story?

Back

It represents a time of reflection and hope for the Jewish people, even in dire circumstances.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does the theme of hope manifest in Chapter 5?

Back

Characters like Akiba Drumer illustrate the struggle between hope and despair.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What role does the advancing Russian Army play in the narrative?

Back

They symbolize liberation and the possibility of freedom for the prisoners.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does the act of cleaning the block symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes a desire for dignity and humanity amidst dehumanization.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does the selection process affect the prisoners psychologically?

Back

It instills fear and anxiety, as their lives depend on arbitrary decisions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4