Night Chapter 5

Front

What advice were the prisoners given to help pass the selection?

Back

Move around and run.

Front

What did it mean if a guard wrote down your number during selection?

Back

You did not pass selection.

Front

Why was Elie so nervous after his leg was amputated?

Back

If it had been amputated and he couldn't work, he most likely would be killed.

Front

What are the prisoners forced to do before leaving the camp?

Back

Clean the barracks.

Front

Why did Elie need to go to the hospital?

Back

His foot was swollen and sore.

Front

What is the significance of selection in the camp?

Back

Selection determined who would live or die based on their ability to work.

Front

How did the prisoners cope with the fear of selection?

Back

They were advised to appear strong and healthy.

Front

What role did the guards play during the selection process?

Back

Guards evaluated the prisoners' physical condition and made decisions on their fate.

Front

What emotions did Elie experience during the selection process?

Back

Fear, anxiety, and desperation.

Front

What was the impact of Elie's surgery on his survival?

Back

His surgery made him vulnerable and increased his fear of being deemed unfit to work.