Night: Section 5

Front

What items did Elie's father give him as inheritance?

Back

A knife and spoon.

Front

Who is approaching the camp according to the prisoners?

Back

The Russian Army.

Front

Who is in charge of the selection process for the prisoners?

Back

Dr. Mengele.

Front

What is a major risk of being sent to the infirmary?

Back

There is a good chance he will be selected for the crematorium.

Front

Why does Elie choose not to fast on Rash Hashanah?

Back

It would be a danger to his health.

Front

What does the knife symbolize in Elie's inheritance?

Back

Survival and the harsh reality of life in the concentration camp.

Front

What role does Dr. Mengele play in the concentration camps?

Back

He is known for conducting selections and inhumane medical experiments.

Front

What is the significance of the Russian Army approaching the camp?

Back

It represents hope for liberation from the concentration camp.

Front

What does fasting represent in Jewish tradition?

Back

A spiritual practice of self-denial and reflection.

Front

What is the purpose of the selection process in the camps?

Back

To determine which prisoners are fit for labor and which are to be exterminated.