Night Chapter 3 RL9-10.3 and RL9-10.4

Which of the following best describes how Elie's perception of the world changes from the beginning to the end of Chapter 3?

• He initially believes in the goodness of humanity but becomes disillusioned by the cruelty he witnesses.

• He initially feels fear and uncertainty but gradually gains confidence and resilience.

• He initially trusts in God's protection but loses his faith as he experiences unimaginable suffering.

• He initially clings to hope for survival but eventually succumbs to despair and resignation.

Answer explanation

Throughout Chapter 3, Elie witnesses horrific events that challenge his belief in a benevolent God. He questions God's justice and eventually feels abandoned, marking a significant shift in his worldview.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which TWO of the following textual details best reveal Elie's internal conflict as he faces the horrors of Auschwitz?

• His desire to lie to Stein about his family's well-being.

• His refusal to eat the soup offered to him.

• His attempt to hide behind others to avoid physical blows.

• His inability to remember how long he has been in Auschwitz.

• His anger towards his father for not staying with his mother.

Answer explanation

These actions reveal Elie's inner struggle between his desire to protect himself and his loved ones and his moral conscience.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Part A: Based on Chapter 3, what is the primary motivation behind Elie's decision to lie to Stein about his family?

• He wants to protect Stein from further emotional pain.

• He fears that telling the truth will endanger his own family.

• He feels guilty for not knowing their whereabouts.

• He hopes to gain something in return for positive news.

Answer explanation

Elie recognizes Stein's desperation for news about his family and chooses to offer him hope rather than inflict more suffering with the truth.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Part B: Which quotation from Chapter 3 best supports the answer to Part A?

• "I thought he was crying with joy at still being alive."

• "He was weeping with joy. He would have liked to stay longer, to learn more details, to soak up the good news..."

• "The person looking for us was a small fellow with spectacles in a wizened face."

• "From time to time, in the middle of all that talk, a thought crossed my mind: Where is Mother right now... and Tzipora..."

Answer explanation

This quote demonstrates Stein's emotional state and highlights why Elie would want to shield him from further pain.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Explain how Elie's relationship with his father changes throughout Chapter 3. Support your answer with specific examples from the text.

Answer explanation

You should provide specific examples from the text that demonstrate the evolving dynamics of their relationship, such as Elie's increased concern for his father's well-being and their growing interdependence.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Below are three phases of Elie's emotional journey in Chapter 3. Arrange them in the order they occur within the text. Reorder the following

• Anger and Disillusionment: "For the first time, I felt anger rising within me. Why should I sanctify His name? The Almighty, the eternal and terrible Master of the Universe, chose to be silent."

• Numbness and Detachment: "We were incapable of thinking. Our senses were numbed, everything was fading into a fog."

• Fear and Uncertainty: "My head was buzzing; the same thought surfacing over and over: not to be separated from my father."

Answer explanation

This order reflects the progression of Elie's emotional state as he experiences the initial shock and fear, followed by anger and questioning of his faith, and finally, a sense of numbness as a coping mechanism.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which word best describes the tone created by the author's use of the phrase "small faces of the children" in the following sentence?

"Never shall I forget the small faces of the children whose bodies I saw transformed into smoke under a silent sky."

• apathetic

• accusatory

• poignant

• detached

Answer explanation

The phrase "small faces of the children" evokes a sense of innocence and vulnerability, creating a poignant tone that emphasizes the tragedy of their fate.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the main effect of the author's use of the word "consumed" in the following sentence?

"My soul had been invaded—and devoured—by a black flame."

• to emphasize the gradual nature of Elie's loss of faith

• to suggest the totality and intensity of Elie's despair

• to imply that Elie's suffering has a cleansing effect

• to foreshadow the physical destruction Elie will witness

Answer explanation

The word "consumed" conveys a sense of complete destruction and overwhelming negativity, highlighting the profound impact of Elie's experiences on his spirit.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Part A: How does the author's repetition of the word "never" in the passage below contribute to the overall tone?

"Never shall I forget that night, the first night in camp, that turned my life into one long night seven times sealed. Never shall I forget that smoke. Never shall I forget the small faces of the children whose bodies I saw transformed

• It creates a tone of acceptance.

• It creates a tone of defiance.

• It creates a tone of detachment.

• It creates a tone of trauma.

Answer explanation

The repetition of "never" emphasizes the indelible mark these experiences have left on Elie's memory, creating a tone of lasting trauma and profound impact.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Part B: Which phrase from the passage most strongly supports the answer to Part A?

• "one long night seven times sealed"

• "under a silent sky"

• "consumed my faith forever"

• "the first night in camp"

Answer explanation

This phrase highlights the irreversible loss and profound impact of the experiences on Elie's faith and overall well-being, reinforcing the tone of trauma.

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