'Night' - chapters 4 & 5

Front

What does the term 'emaciated' mean in the context of the Holocaust?

Back

Emaciated refers to being abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food, which describes the physical state of many Jewish prisoners during the Holocaust.

Front

What was Elie Wiesel's inheritance from his father?

Back

Elie inherited a knife and spoon from his father, symbolizing the few possessions they had left.

Front

What was the consequence for the dentist who extracted Elie's crown?

Back

The dentist was hanged for selling gold on the black market.

Front

What does the term 'air raid' refer to?

Back

An air raid is an attack by military aircraft dropping bombs on a target, which caused panic and chaos in the camps.

Front

Why did one inmate die during the air raid?

Back

The inmate died because he attempted to steal soup during the chaos.

Front

What does it mean when prisoners are not told their destination when leaving Buna?

Back

It reflects the lack of control and information that prisoners had, emphasizing their dehumanization.

Front

What is the significance of food in 'Night'?

Back

Food symbolizes survival and desperation; it represents both the physical need for sustenance and the moral degradation of individuals.

Front

How does Elie describe his feelings towards God during the events in 'Night'?

Back

Elie experiences a crisis of faith, questioning God's presence and justice in the face of suffering.

Front

What role do the SS officers play in the camps?

Back

SS officers were responsible for enforcing Nazi policies, often through brutal and violent means, representing the oppressive regime.

Front

What does the term 'Kapo' refer to?

Back

A Kapo was a prisoner in charge of other prisoners, often chosen for their willingness to collaborate with the Nazis.