Night Comprehension Questions (Revised 24 Version)

What did the SS give as a New Year's gift?

• Extra food rations

• A day off work

• A quicker roll call

• New clothes

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

What was the main task Elie had to perform in the new block?

• Cooking meals

• Dragging heavy blocks of stone

• Cleaning the barracks

• Guarding the camp

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.9

What does the term "musulman" refer to in the text?

• A strong prisoner

• A weak prisoner

• A camp guard

• A German officer

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What did the veterans say about the camp compared to two years ago?

• It was much worse

• It was paradise

• It was unchanged

• It was more crowded

What do the details on the uniform symbolize?

• Rank and achievements of the wearer

• The country of origin

• The type of fabric used

• The manufacturing company

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What was the head of the block's advice to the prisoners before the selection?

• Stay calm and walk slowly.

• Run as if the devil were after you.

• Hide and avoid the SS doctors.

• Speak up and defend yourself.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

Who was Dr. Mengele, as mentioned in the text?

• A German doctor known for his humane treatment of prisoners.

• A German doctor who selected prisoners for death or experiments.

• A German officer responsible for food distribution.

• A German soldier who helped prisoners escape.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

What did the head of the block say was essential for the prisoners to remember?

• Don't be afraid.

• Stay silent.

• Look at the ground.

• Pray continuously.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What did the head of the block do at nine o'clock?

• He distributed food to the prisoners.

• He took up his position for the selection.

• He allowed prisoners to rest.

• He organized a meeting for escape plans.

What was the reaction of the prisoners when the head of the block said 'Achtung'?

• They started to laugh.

• There was instant silence.

• They began to sing.

• They ignored him.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1