Exploring "Night" by Elie Wiesel

What was Eliezer's father's occupation in Sighet before their deportation?

• Teacher

• Shopkeeper

• Farmer

• Religious leader

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How many siblings did Eliezer have?

• One brother

• Two sisters

• Three sisters

• Four siblings

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What was the general reaction of the Sighet community to the foreign Jews being deported?

• They organized a resistance

• They were indifferent

• They were deeply concerned and upset

• They believed it was a temporary situation

Which of the following best describes the living conditions in Sighet before the deportation?

• Impoverished and crowded

• Prosperous and modern

• Peaceful and uneventful

• Chaotic and dangerous

Upon arrival at Auschwitz, what did Eliezer lie about to the SS officer?

• His age

• His name

• His nationality

• His occupation

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What was the first horrifying sight that Eliezer and his father witnessed at Auschwitz?

• The crematorium

• The barracks

• The selection process

• The SS officers

How did Eliezer's relationship with his father change upon entering the concentration camp?

• They became estranged

• They relied on each other for support

• They were separated and rarely saw each other

• They competed for resources

What was the main reason for the Jewish community's initial disbelief in Moishe the Beadle's warnings?

• They trusted the Hungarian government

• They thought Moishe was mentally unstable

• They couldn't imagine such atrocities

• They had a non-aggression pact with Germany

What was the attitude of Eliezer's father towards his son's religious studies before the deportation?

• He was supportive and encouraged him

• He was indifferent

• He was opposed to it

• He was too busy to notice

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During the deportation from Sighet, what did the Jewish community have to leave behind?

• Only their valuables

• Their homes and most of their possessions

• Their pets

• Nothing, they were allowed to bring everything

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