Night by Elie Wiesel: Chapter 1

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Why did the people of Sighet remain unconcerned despite news of the gestapo approaching?

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They believed that Hitler was not powerful enough to exterminate an entire population of people.

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What does Elie's backyard symbolize when described as 'a marketplace [with] valuable objects, precious rugs, silver candlesticks, Bibles... strewn over the dusty grounds...' ?

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It symbolizes the loss of security and the forced abandonment of personal possessions.

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What terrible news did Elie's father receive when summoned to a special meeting of the Jewish Council?

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Jews were to be transported.

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What was the condition of the second, smaller ghetto when Elie and his family moved in?

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The previous residents left in a haste, in a hurry.

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Why was Elie Wiesel looking for a master?

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To teach him the Zohar, Kabbalah, and Jewish mysticism.

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

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A ghetto is a part of a city where a minority group is forced to live, often under poor conditions.

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

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They were in disbelief and thought it would not affect them.

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What role did the Jewish Council play in the community during the early stages of the Holocaust?

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The Jewish Council was responsible for implementing Nazi orders and managing the Jewish population.

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What is the significance of Elie's relationship with his father in Chapter 1?

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It highlights the theme of familial bonds and the struggle for survival.

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What does Elie's desire to study Kabbalah reveal about his character?

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It shows his deep spiritual curiosity and commitment to his faith.