NIGHT, Chapters 1-3

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What is dehumanization in the context of the Holocaust?

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Dehumanization refers to the process by which individuals or groups are stripped of their human qualities, often leading to their treatment as less than human. In the camps, prisoners lost their names and were referred to by numbers.

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During which war did the Holocaust occur?

Back

The Holocaust occurred during World War II.

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What literary device is used when Moshe shares stories of the fate of Jews in other towns?

Back

This is an example of foreshadowing, as it hints at the future suffering of the Jewish people.

Front

What do the fires that Madame Schachter sees symbolize in 'Night'?

Back

The fires symbolize the burning of people at the concentration camp, foreshadowing the horrific events to come.

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What is a main idea of 'Night'?

Back

A main idea is that Eliezer overcomes the struggles of being a prisoner in the Holocaust.

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Define the term 'Holocaust'.

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The Holocaust was the systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies and collaborators during World War II.

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What does the term 'concentration camp' refer to?

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A concentration camp is a facility where large numbers of people are detained under harsh conditions, often without trial, typically for political or military reasons.

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Explain the significance of the number assigned to prisoners in the camps.

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The number assigned to prisoners symbolizes their loss of identity and humanity, reducing them to mere statistics in the eyes of their captors.

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What role does Eliezer's faith play in 'Night'?

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Eliezer's faith is challenged throughout his experiences in the camps, reflecting the struggle between belief and despair in the face of suffering.

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What is the importance of memory in 'Night'?

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Memory serves as a means of preserving the truth of the Holocaust and honoring the victims, as well as a way for survivors to process their trauma.