Night Chapter 3-4

When questioned by the S.S. Officer, why did Elie lie about his age and occupation?

• To distract him and keep his father safe

• So that he goes to the labor camp instead of the crematorium

• To impress the S.S. Officer with how talented he is for his age

• So that the S.S. Officer would feel bad about imprisoning someone so young

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What was the first horrifying sight that Elie, at first, disbelieved?

• Children were barely given enough warm clothing

• People were forced to get tattoos

• Babies were killed by being thrown into flames

• Animals were starving

How has Elie changed in a short time?

• He started to prioritize his survival first and is losing his trust in God

• He became more positive and encouraged others to have more faith

• He befriended certain officers who secretly helped him get food

• He started stealing food from fellow prisoners in order to survive

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What sort of identification was used on the prisoners?

• Different colored uniforms depending on their age and gender

• A yellow star that they had to wear on their sleeve

• A name tag with their name and age

• A set of letters and numbers tattooed on their arms

What were the objectives of the medical examinations?

• To use prisoners for medical experiments

• To get rid of sick prisoners and to look for gold fillings

• To give prisoners much needed medication

• To secretly infect prisoners with diseases

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Why were the Jewish musicians not allowed to play music by Beethoven?

• Because Beethoven was a Jewish composer and the soldiers hated him for that reason

• Because their instruments were out of tune and not pleasant to listen to

• Because Beethoven was a German composer and the soldiers believed Jews were not worthy of playing music by a German composer

• Because they were not allowed to sing or make any noise in the camp

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How did Elie initially avoid losing his gold crown?

• By selling it to another prisoner

• By secretly bribing the dentist

• By hiding it inside his mattress

• By lying that he has a fever and isn't feeling well

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What happened when Elie refused to give his crown to Franek? What was the end result?

•  Franek beats Elie's father until Elie eventually gives up his crown

• Elie beats Franek until he finally goes away

• Elie's father begs Franek to take his crown instead

• Franek admires Elie's determination and leaves him alone

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During one of the preliminary “ceremonies” for a hanging, Juliek whispers to Elie, "This ceremony, will it be over soon? I am hungry..." What does this suggest?

• This suggests that Juliek and Elie are good friends who can be honest with each other

• This suggests that the prisoners look to Elie for leadership and guidance

• This suggests that Juliek is not being fed enough and is malnourished

• This suggests that the prisoners cared more about their hunger than the death of one of their neighbors

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During one hanging, Elie and the other prisoners cried. What made this hanging different from others?

• This hanging was difficult to watch because it was an old man who was very ill.

• This hanging was a beloved church leader from their hometown, who everyone looked up to.

• This hanging was different because it was a child. The little boy was so light that he did not die right away.

• This hanging was different because it was a woman who had three young children.

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