Night Chapters 1-2

Front

Who oversees the selection process at Auschwitz?

Back

Josef Mengele, a notorious physician known for his inhumane experiments on prisoners.

Front

Who offers to hide Eliezer's family?

Back

Martha, their servant, offers to hide Eliezer's family from the Nazis.

Front

What does Moshe the Beadle attempt to do upon his return to Sighet?

Back

He attempts to warn the Jews about the impending danger and what will happen to them.

Front

What should Eliezer and his father lie about when they arrive at Auschwitz?

Back

They should lie about their ages to avoid being sent to the gas chambers.

Front

What visions does Madam Schächter have on the train to Auschwitz?

Back

She has visions of burning pits of fire, foreshadowing the horrors of the concentration camps.

Front

What is the significance of Moshe the Beadle's warnings?

Back

His warnings highlight the disbelief and denial of the Jewish community regarding the Nazi threat.

Front

What role does fear play in the experiences of the characters in Night?

Back

Fear leads to inaction and denial among the Jewish community, contributing to their tragic fate.

Front

How does Eliezer's faith change throughout the early chapters of Night?

Back

Eliezer's faith is challenged as he witnesses the atrocities committed against his people.

Front

What does the term 'Auschwitz' represent in the context of Night?

Back

Auschwitz represents the epitome of human cruelty and the horrors of the Holocaust.

Front

What is the importance of family bonds in Night?

Back

Family bonds provide strength and support, but they are also tested under extreme circumstances.