Exploring Night by Elie Wiesel: Section 3 Part 1

The transcript describes the harrowing experiences of a narrator in Auschwitz, where he is separated from his family and faces the brutal reality of the concentration camp. The selection process by Dr. Mengele, the despair and fleeting hope among prisoners, and the dehumanization process are vividly depicted. The narrator's first night in the camp leaves a lasting impact, as he grapples with the loss of faith and identity.

What was the command given by the SS man that led to the separation of families?

• Children to the left, adults to the right

• Men to the left, women to the right

• Men to the right, women to the left

• Everyone to the right

What advice did the inmate give to the narrator and his father regarding their ages?

• To tell the truth

• To lie about their ages

• To ask for mercy

• To remain silent

What did the inmate reveal about the fate awaiting the prisoners at Auschwitz?

• They would be released soon

• They would be burned in the crematorium

• They would be reunited with their families

• They would be sent to work camps

Who was Dr. Mengele and what role did he play in the selection process?

• A guard who enforced discipline

• A kind doctor who helped the prisoners

• A notorious SS officer who decided the fate of prisoners

• A fellow inmate who provided guidance

What did the narrator witness being thrown into the flames?

• Clothes and shoes

• Small children and babies

• Food and supplies

• Books and personal belongings

What did the narrator consider doing to avoid a slow death in the flames?

• Begging for mercy

• Hiding in the barracks

• Throwing himself onto the electrified barbed wire

• Running away

What was the narrator's father's reaction to the situation?

• He remained calm and composed

• He encouraged the narrator to fight back

• He was weeping and shaking

• He tried to escape

What did the narrator reflect on during the first night in the camp?

• The beauty of the night sky

• The loss of his faith and identity

• The hope of being rescued

• The kindness of the SS officers

What did the narrator and other prisoners have to do with their clothes upon entering the barrack?

• Hand them to the SS officers

• Throw them on the floor

• Keep them on

• Burn them

How did the narrator describe the transformation of his identity?

• He felt hopeful and optimistic

• He felt his soul was invaded and devoured by a black flame

• He felt unchanged

• He felt stronger and more determined