Night chapter 2-3, Auschwitz CommonLit, and Close rd of 34

Front

What does Mrs. Schachter say she sees?

Back

Fire, which symbolizes the destruction and horror of the Holocaust.

Front

Which word means 'extreme pain, distress, or anxiety'?

Back

Anguish.

Front

What did Elie witness while standing in line in chapter 3?

Back

He witnessed babies being burned in mass graves by Nazi soldiers.

Front

Why was the prisoner in charge of Elie’s block removed?

Back

He was too kind.

Front

What literary device is it that Mrs. Schachter sees fire?

Back

Foreshadowing.

Front

Define 'foreshadowing'.

Back

A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

Front

What is the significance of fire in 'Night'?

Back

Fire represents both destruction and the loss of humanity during the Holocaust.

Front

What does the term 'anguish' imply in the context of the Holocaust?

Back

It refers to the extreme suffering and emotional pain experienced by the victims.

Front

How does Elie Wiesel use imagery in 'Night'?

Back

He uses vivid descriptions to convey the horrors of the concentration camps.

Front

What role does memory play in 'Night'?

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Memory serves as a means of preserving the truth of the Holocaust and honoring the victims.