Night Ch. 1 Flashcard

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What is the setting at the beginning of Chapter 1 of 'Night'?

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Sighet, Transylvania

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What was the first impression the Jewish people had of the German soldiers?

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They were likeable

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Who was Eliezer's spiritual teacher/mentor?

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Moishe the Beadle

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What were the Jewish people forbidden to own?

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Jewelry and valuables

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Why is Moishe the Beadle deported?

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He is a foreign Jewish person

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What does the term 'ghetto' refer to in the context of 'Night'?

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A section of a city where Jews were forced to live, often in poor conditions.

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What role does Moishe the Beadle play in Eliezer's life?

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He serves as a mentor and spiritual guide, introducing Eliezer to deeper religious thought.

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How did the Jewish community in Sighet initially react to the news of deportations?

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They were in disbelief and thought it was a temporary situation.

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What is the significance of the Talmud in Eliezer's life?

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It represents his religious studies and spiritual foundation.

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What does Eliezer's father, Scholmo Wiesel, symbolize in the story?

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He symbolizes the strength and resilience of family bonds during adversity.