The Cage Chapters 25-29

Which of the following events does NOT happen upon arrival at Auschwitz?

• They are asked to remove their clothing and personal belongings.
• They are put into lines separated by gender.
• They are provided with yellow stars to signify they are Jewish.
• Their heads are shaved.

Who is Riva reunited with once she is assigned to a barrack?

• Tola, Karola, and Rifkele
• Mama and Mrs. Boruchowich
• Motele and Moishele
• Her cousin, Saba

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The Nazis warn that the prisoners will "end up in smoke" if they do not follow orders. What does this mean?

• They will be too tired to work.
• They will be beaten by a guard.
• They will be moved to another camp.
• They will be put to death in a crematorium.

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Which of the following tactics was NOT a form of dehumanization carried out by the guards?

• Pouring hot soup on prisoners who asked for food.
• Performing the grueling task of digging trenches for the Nazi soldiers.
• Being hosed down with powerful streams of water after asking for a drink.
• Being forced to use "restrooms" in the open field in front of the entire camp.

What is the thunder that Riva hears?

• Bombing
• A terrible storm
• An earthquake
• An army of marching soldiers

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Why does Dr. Ginzburg say that the bombs are music to ease their pain?

• They make the Nazis feel successful, which means they may spare the prisoners.
• It sounds like someone is playing loud music that masks the shouts of the guards.
• The bombs symbolize hope and a chance of being free again.
• The bombs remind them of their past and happier times.

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What is a kapo?

• The Jewish Police
• A small area containing their bunks
• A prisoner the Nazi puts in charge of other prisoners
• An instrument used during headcounts

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What are the most significant aspects of Chapter 29?

• Riva looks for her mother and survives Auschwitz; she is transported to another camp.
• Riva finds her glasses and receives word that a fellow prisoner saw her mother.
• Riva is selected to be the kapo and promises to look out for fellow prisoners.
• Riva looks for her mother and is assigned a number instead of her name.

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