2024 Fall 10th Final Exam - Study Guide

Front

What condition did Wiesel have to meet to get into a good Kommando?

Back

Wiesel had to give up his shoes.

Front

What were Elie and his father directed to do just before reaching the pit of flames?

Back

They were directed to make a sharp left turn and head into the barracks.

Front

What were the first instructions given to Elie and his family upon arriving at Auschwitz?

Back

"Men to the left! Women to the right!"

Front

How can the author's attitude in chapter seven be described?

Back

The author's attitude can be described as mournful.

Front

Who helped Elie's father when a man tried to strangle him?

Back

Meir Katz helped Elie's father.

Front

What does the term 'Kommando' refer to in the context of the Holocaust?

Back

A Kommando refers to a work unit in the concentration camps.

Front

What is the significance of the barracks in the concentration camp?

Back

The barracks were where prisoners were housed and often faced harsh conditions.

Front

What does the phrase 'Men to the left! Women to the right!' signify?

Back

It signifies the separation of men and women upon arrival at the concentration camp.

Front

What does the term 'mournful' imply about the author's feelings?

Back

It implies a deep sense of sadness and loss.

Front

What role did Meir Katz play in the story?

Back

Meir Katz was a character who helped Elie's father during a moment of crisis.