Night Chapter 4

Front

What unit should Elie avoid working in according to other inmates?

Back

Construction

Front

What was the reason for the man's hanging in the camp?

Back

He was caught stealing.

Front

Why does Elie give up his gold crown?

Back

To prevent Franek from attacking his father.

Front

What does Elie do that enrages Idek?

Back

He laughs when he sees Idek with a Polish girl.

Front

What punishment does Idek give Elie for seeing him with the Polish girl?

Back

25 lashes.

Front

What is the significance of the gold crown in Elie's experience?

Back

It represents a loss of identity and humanity.

Front

How does the camp environment affect relationships among inmates?

Back

It creates tension and competition for survival.

Front

What does the act of stealing signify in the context of the camp?

Back

Desperation and the struggle for survival.

Front

What role does fear play in the behavior of the inmates?

Back

Fear drives them to make difficult choices to protect themselves and their loved ones.

Front

How does laughter serve as a coping mechanism for Elie?

Back

It provides a brief escape from the harsh realities of camp life.