Night: Chapter 5 Reading Check

Front

What holiday are the Jews celebrating at the beginning of chapter 5?

Back

Rosh Hashana

Front

Why were the inmates kept in the block after evening soup?

Back

They were to be examined for selection.

Front

What is the weather like at the end of Chapter 5?

Back

Snowy

Front

Which of the following pieces of advice was Elie NOT given to pass the selection process?

Back

Look at the SS doctors.

Front

Why did Elie go to the infirmary (hospital)?

Back

His foot was too swollen to stand on.

Front

What does Rosh Hashana signify in Jewish tradition?

Back

It is the Jewish New Year, a time of reflection and repentance.

Front

What is the significance of selection in the concentration camps?

Back

Selection determined who would live or die based on perceived ability to work.

Front

How does the weather often reflect the mood in 'Night'?

Back

The weather often mirrors the despair and hopelessness of the inmates.

Front

What role does fear play in the experiences of the inmates?

Back

Fear is a constant presence that affects their decisions and survival.

Front

What does Elie's foot injury symbolize in the context of his experiences?

Back

It symbolizes the physical and emotional toll of the concentration camp.