Night Part 1 (pg 3-22)

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What was the bad news that Elie’s father had to tell the people of the ghetto communities?

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They were being deported.

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How were the Jews transported?

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By train.

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How old is Elie when the story begins?

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12 years old.

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What does the term 'rationalization' mean in the context of the Jews of Sighet's response to deportations?

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Rationalization refers to the process of justifying or explaining away the harsh realities of their situation.

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Who was Moishe the Beadle?

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Elie's teacher who is shy, poor, and a jack of all trades.

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What is the significance of the deportation of foreign Jews in the story?

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It highlights the growing danger and the beginning of the Holocaust.

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What does the term 'ghetto' refer to in the context of the story?

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A ghetto is a part of a city where a minority group is forced to live, often in poor conditions.

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What role does Elie's faith play in the early chapters of Night?

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Elie's faith is strong at the beginning, but it is challenged as he witnesses the atrocities.

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What is the impact of silence among the Jews of Sighet regarding the warnings about the Nazis?

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Silence reflects denial and disbelief, leading to inaction and vulnerability.

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How does Elie's relationship with his father evolve throughout the story?

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Their relationship deepens as they rely on each other for support and survival.

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