1.
(Night) Mosh the Beadle escaped with his life by hiding out behind a brick building.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement says that Mosh the Beadle escaped with his life by hiding out behind a brick building. However, there is no information provided in the given statement about any danger or threat that Mosh the Beadle was facing. Therefore, we cannot determine whether he actually escaped with his life or not. Hence, the correct answer is False.
2.
(Night) The people of Sighet believed that the Fascists would not come to their town.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The people of Sighet believed that the Fascists would not come to their town. This implies that they were not prepared for any potential threat or invasion from the Fascists. Their belief could have been based on a sense of security, trust in their leaders, or simply a lack of awareness of the political situation. However, this belief turned out to be false as the Fascists did eventually come to their town, causing a significant disruption to their lives.
3.
(Night) When the Jews were moved to the ghettos, Elie’s family stayed in their home.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
During the time when the Jews were relocated to ghettos, Elie's family made the decision to remain in their own home instead of moving to the designated areas. This implies that the statement "When the Jews were moved to the ghettos, Elie's family stayed in their home" is true.
4.
(Night) At the “selection,” Elie and his father both lied about their ages.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Elie and his father lied about their ages during the "selection" at night. This suggests that they were trying to appear older in order to increase their chances of being selected to work instead of being sent to the gas chambers. Lying about their ages demonstrates the desperate measures they were willing to take in order to survive the horrors of the Holocaust.
5.
(Night) The cruel Sonder-Kommando guarded the prisoners so they wouldn’t escape.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The given statement suggests that the cruel Sonder-Kommando guarded the prisoners at night to prevent them from escaping. However, this is not true. The Sonder-Kommando were actually Jewish prisoners who were forced to work in the Nazi death camps. They were responsible for disposing of the bodies of those who were killed in the gas chambers. They did not guard the prisoners to prevent escape, but rather were victims themselves, forced to participate in the atrocities of the Holocaust. Therefore, the correct answer is False.
6.
(Night) None of those in charge of the prisoners ever spoke a kind word to them.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement says that none of those in charge of the prisoners ever spoke a kind word to them. This means that at least one person in charge of the prisoners did speak a kind word to them. Therefore, the statement is false.
7.
(Night) Elie couldn’t communicate with the French girl, because he knew no French.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Elie couldn't communicate with the French girl because he didn't know how to speak French. This suggests that Elie's lack of knowledge in the French language hindered his ability to communicate with the girl effectively.
8.
(Night) The pipel was shot in front of everyone by the firing squad.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The given statement is "The pipel was shot in front of everyone by the firing squad." This statement is false because the word "pipel" does not make sense in this context. It is likely a typo or a misspelling of the word "people." Therefore, the correct answer is False.
9.
(Night) Elie underwent surgery for an infected foot.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Elie undergoing surgery for an infected foot is a true statement. This suggests that Elie had a medical condition in his foot that required surgical intervention. The surgery was likely performed to remove the infection and prevent further complications.
10.
(Night) Elie was afraid to sleep in the shed because he thought he would die there.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Elie was afraid to sleep in the shed because he believed that if he slept there, he would not wake up and would die. This fear could be attributed to the harsh conditions of the concentration camp he was in, where death was a constant threat. The fear of dying in his sleep in such a place would be understandable given the circumstances.
11.
(Night) Elie’s father died in the train on the way to Buchenwald.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement is false because Elie's father actually died in the concentration camp of Buchenwald, not on the train journey to the camp.
12.
(Night) Ironically, immediately following liberation, Elie nearly died of pneumonia.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement "Ironically, immediately following liberation, Elie nearly died of pneumonia" is false. This means that Elie did not nearly die of pneumonia after being liberated.
13.
(Night) As a young man, one of the most important things in Elie’s life was:
Correct Answer
C. Religion
Explanation
In the book "Night," Elie's faith and religion played a significant role in his life as a young man. He grew up in a religious Jewish family and was deeply committed to his faith. His religion provided him with a sense of identity, purpose, and guidance. However, throughout his experiences in the Holocaust, Elie's faith was tested and he questioned the existence of a benevolent God. Despite this, religion remained a central aspect of his life and influenced his thoughts, actions, and relationships.
14.
(Night) Before the Jews were taken to Auschwitz, they were:
Correct Answer
B. Forced to move into the ghettos
Explanation
The correct answer is forced to move into the ghettos. This is because before being taken to Auschwitz, the Jews were segregated and forced to live in designated areas known as ghettos. This was part of the systematic persecution and discrimination against Jews during the Holocaust.
15.
(Night) When the younger men with the knives wanted to revolt, they did not because:
Correct Answer
A. The older men told them not to lose faith
Explanation
The correct answer is "the older men told them not to lose faith." This suggests that the younger men were considering revolting, but the older men advised them to stay strong and not give up hope. This implies that the older men had a significant influence on the younger men and were able to persuade them to abandon their plans for revolt.
16.
(Night) As the lorry was brought closer to Elie, he saw that it contained:
Correct Answer
D. Dead babies and children
Explanation
The correct answer is dead babies and children. In the given scenario, Elie sees that the lorry contains dead babies and children. This suggests that the prisoners, including innocent children, were subjected to horrific conditions and possibly even killed during their captivity. This highlights the extreme cruelty and inhumanity of the situation Elie and the other prisoners were facing during the night.
17.
(Night) One of the officers took a special interest in the children because he:
Correct Answer
B. Wanted them for his own pleasure
Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the officer took a special interest in the children because he wanted them for his own pleasure. This implies that the officer had some sinister motives or intentions towards the children, potentially involving exploitation or harm for his own personal enjoyment.
18.
(Night) The most appalling thing about the death of the pipel was that:
Correct Answer
D. All of the above
Explanation
The correct answer is "all of the above." This means that all the given options are true and contribute to the appalling nature of the pipel's death. He was tortured first, which is a cruel and inhumane act. Additionally, he had done nothing wrong, making his death unjust. Furthermore, he did not die right away, which means he experienced prolonged suffering. All these factors combined make the death of the pipel particularly horrifying.
19.
(Night) After a while in the camps, Elie’s thoughts and actions began to show that:
Correct Answer
B. His friends were more important than family
Explanation
Elie's thoughts and actions in the camps indicate that his friends became more important to him than his family. This can be seen through his strong bond with his fellow prisoners and his willingness to support and protect them. Elie's focus on his friends can be attributed to the extreme circumstances they were all facing together, which created a sense of camaraderie and reliance on one another for survival.
20.
(Night) Because of the conditions on the train to Buchenwald, most of the prisoners:
Correct Answer
A. Had died during the night
Explanation
The correct answer is "had died during the night." This can be inferred from the phrase "Because of the conditions on the train to Buchenwald," suggesting that the conditions were so severe that many prisoners did not survive the night.
21.
(Night) The result of the uprising by the resistance was that:
Correct Answer
C. The Nazis left and the resistance took over
Explanation
The correct answer is that the Nazis left and the resistance took over. This means that the resistance group succeeded in driving out the Nazis from the camp and gaining control themselves. The uprising was successful in achieving their goal of liberating the camp from Nazi control.
22.
(Night) Tried unsuccessfully to warn the Wiesel family to leave:
Correct Answer
E. Both A and C
Explanation
Both the Hungarian policeman and Moshe, the Beadle, tried unsuccessfully to warn the Wiesel family to leave. This suggests that both individuals recognized the impending danger and understood the need to escape, but their warnings were ignored or not taken seriously by the Wiesel family.
23.
(Night) Elie saw him in bed with a young woman so he punished him publicly for it:
Correct Answer
D. Idek
Explanation
In the book "Night" by Elie Wiesel, Elie witnesses Idek, a Kapo in the concentration camp, engaging in a sexual relationship with a young woman. As punishment, Idek is publicly humiliated and beaten by Elie and the other prisoners. This incident highlights the dehumanizing and chaotic nature of life in the concentration camps, where even the prisoners themselves are capable of inflicting harm on one another. Elie's reaction to Idek's actions reflects the desperation and anger that arises from living in such extreme conditions.
24.
(Night) Chosen for their strength, these people worked in the crematoria:
Correct Answer
B. Sonder-Kommando
Explanation
The Sonder-Kommando were chosen for their strength and tasked with working in the crematoria during the night. They were a special unit of Jewish prisoners in Nazi concentration camps who were forced to assist in the disposal of bodies and the operation of the gas chambers. They were selected based on their physical abilities to handle the grueling and horrific tasks involved in the extermination process.
25.
(Night) Played his violin for the prisoners until he was killed:
Correct Answer
C. Juliek
Explanation
Juliek is the correct answer because in the novel "Night" by Elie Wiesel, Juliek is a fellow prisoner in the concentration camp who is described as a talented violinist. He plays his violin in the midst of the horrific conditions, providing a small moment of beauty and solace for himself and the other prisoners. Unfortunately, he is eventually killed, but his act of playing the violin represents the power of music and art to bring some light in the darkest of times.
26.
(Night) Told Elie he could return later when he felt better, as long as he did not have to send for him:
Correct Answer
A. The dentist
Explanation
Elie was told by the dentist that he could come back later when he felt better, on the condition that he did not have to send for him.
27.
(Night) A young boy who was tortured and murdered for information he did not have:
Correct Answer
D. The pipel
Explanation
The correct answer is "the pipel." The pipel refers to a young boy who was tortured and murdered for information he did not have during the night. This suggests that the pipel was a victim of violence and injustice, highlighting the brutal realities of the situation.
28.
(Night) The Jews were no longer allowed this luxury:
Correct Answer
B. Beethoven
Explanation
During the night, the Jews were deprived of various luxuries, including sugar, coffee, and music. The mention of Beethoven as the correct answer suggests that the Jews were not allowed to enjoy the music of this renowned composer during that time. This implies that their access to cultural and artistic expressions, such as Beethoven's music, was restricted, further highlighting the oppressive conditions they faced.
29.
(Night) His son wanted to leave him behind because he had become a burden to him:
Correct Answer
C. Rabbi Eliahou
Explanation
Rabbi Eliahou's son wanted to leave him behind because he had become a burden to him. This suggests that the son no longer wanted to take care of his father and saw him as a hindrance. It highlights the difficult and challenging circumstances faced by individuals during the nightmarish experiences of the Holocaust, where survival often meant making tough decisions and prioritizing one's own well-being over others.
30.
(Night) Died, along with Elie’s mother:
Correct Answer
A. Tzipora
Explanation
Tzipora is the correct answer because in the book "Night" by Elie Wiesel, Tzipora is Elie's youngest sister who tragically dies during the Holocaust. Elie and his family are separated upon arrival at Auschwitz, and he later learns that his mother and sister were sent to the gas chambers. Tzipora's death is a significant event in the story and represents the loss and suffering experienced by countless innocent victims during this dark period in history.
31.
(Night) Ultimately died of a clout to the head—a smashed skull:
Correct Answer
D. Chlomo Wiesel
Explanation
Chlomo Wiesel ultimately died of a clout to the head, resulting in a smashed skull. The given options, Juliek, Franek, and Rabbi Eliahou, do not have any information indicating that they died in this manner. Therefore, the correct answer is Chlomo Wiesel.
32.
(Night) Jewish caretaker who lived to tell the story of his death:
Correct Answer
B. Moshe the Beadle
Explanation
Moshe the Beadle is the correct answer because he is the Jewish caretaker who survived and lived to tell the story of his death. The other options, Rabbi Eliahou, Yossi, and Tibi, do not fit the description given in the question.
33.
(Night) “Selected” men, women, and children, deciding their ultimate fate:
Correct Answer
A. Dr. Mengele
Explanation
Dr. Mengele was a notorious Nazi doctor who conducted cruel and inhumane medical experiments on prisoners, particularly at Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II. He was known for his selection process where he decided the fate of men, women, and children, sending them either to forced labor or to the gas chambers. This selection process was a crucial step in the systematic extermination of millions of people in the Holocaust. The Hungarian policemen and the dentist mentioned in the options were not directly involved in such selection processes, making Dr. Mengele the correct answer.
34.
(Night) On the train, screamed about the smoke and flames, making everyone think she had gone mad:
Correct Answer
C. Madame Schächter
Explanation
Madame Schächter is the correct answer because she is the one who screams about the smoke and flames on the train, causing others to think she has gone mad. This event is significant in Elie's memoir, "Night," as it foreshadows the horrors and dehumanization that the Jewish people will experience during the Holocaust. Madame Schächter's cries serve as a metaphor for the collective fear and suffering of the Jewish people during this time.
35.
(Night) Passed for Aryan, but was really Jewish:
Correct Answer
D. The French girl
Explanation
The correct answer is the French girl because in the book "Night" by Elie Wiesel, the French girl is described as passing for Aryan, but in reality, she is Jewish. This suggests that she is able to hide her true identity and blend in with the Aryan population, which is a dangerous strategy during the Holocaust. This highlights the theme of identity and the lengths that individuals went to in order to survive during this dark period in history.
36.
(Night) Became Elie’s friend at Buna:
Correct Answer
B. Yossi
Explanation
Yossi became Elie's friend at Buna.
37.
(Night) Guarded the inmates at the camps:
Correct Answer
A. SS
Explanation
The SS (Schutzstaffel) was a paramilitary organization under Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party. They were responsible for overseeing the concentration camps and enforcing the brutal policies of the Nazi regime. As such, they would have been the ones responsible for guarding the inmates at the camps. The other options listed, such as Sonder-Kommando (special units of Jewish prisoners forced to assist in the extermination process), the pipel (young male prisoners chosen as assistants to the Kapos), and Dr. Mengele (a notorious SS doctor who conducted cruel medical experiments on prisoners), were all involved in the operations of the camps but would not have been responsible for guarding the inmates.
38.
(Night) Survived the concentration camps:
Correct Answer
C. Elie
Explanation
Elie is the correct answer because he is the only one mentioned in the given options who survived the concentration camps. Chlomo and Juliek are mentioned as well, but there is no information given about whether they survived or not. Therefore, the correct answer is Elie.
39.
(Night) Took Elie’s gold crown:
Correct Answer
A. Franek
Explanation
Franek is the correct answer because in the book "Night" by Elie Wiesel, Franek is a fellow prisoner in the concentration camp who takes Elie's gold crown. This event occurs when Elie is forced to have his gold tooth extracted by a dentist, who is working under the orders of Franek. Franek takes advantage of his position as a foreman to manipulate Elie into giving up his gold crown in exchange for better treatment.
40.
(Night) Moshe the Beadle escaped certain death by:
Correct Answer
B. Pretending to be dead
Explanation
Moshe the Beadle escaped certain death by pretending to be dead. This means that he acted as if he was deceased in order to avoid being killed. By doing so, he was able to deceive his captors and survive the dangerous situation. This strategy allowed him to evade detection and ultimately escape from the threat of death.
41.
(Night) The people of Sighet were not afraid because they felt that the Fascists would:
Correct Answer
D. Get no closer that Budapest
Explanation
The people of Sighet were not afraid because they believed that the Fascists would not get any closer than Budapest. This suggests that they felt relatively safe and believed that the threat of the Fascists would not reach their city. It implies that they did not anticipate the extent of the danger and did not foresee the atrocities that would occur.
42.
(Night) When the Jews were moved into the ghettos, Elie and his family:
Correct Answer
A. Stayed in their own house
Explanation
During the time when the Jews were relocated to the ghettos, Elie and his family managed to stay in their own house. This suggests that they were not immediately affected by the forced relocation and were able to remain in their familiar surroundings. It also implies that they may have had some level of privilege or protection that allowed them to remain in their own home while others were being crowded into small apartments or facing other hardships.
43.
(Night) As they arrived at Auschwitz, a prisoner warned Elie and his father to:
Correct Answer
D. Lie about their ages
Explanation
In Auschwitz, lying about their ages would have been a survival strategy for Elie and his father. By lying about their ages, they could potentially avoid being selected for immediate execution or being sent to the gas chambers. This would have given them a better chance of staying alive and enduring the harsh conditions of the concentration camp.
44.
(Night) The job of the Sonder-Kommando was to:
Correct Answer
C. Work in the crematoria
Explanation
The correct answer is "work in the crematoria." The Sonder-Kommando were Jewish prisoners who were forced to work in the crematoria of Nazi death camps during the Holocaust. Their job was to dispose of the bodies of those who were killed in the gas chambers and to operate the crematoria. They were subjected to horrific conditions and were often killed themselves after a few months of work to ensure their silence.
45.
(Night) The hanging of the pipel was an atrocity and especially disturbing because:
Correct Answer
D. All of these choices
Explanation
The correct answer is "all of these choices". The hanging of the pipel was an atrocity and especially disturbing because he was so young, he took such a long time to die, and he had done nothing wrong. This implies that the combination of these factors makes the act particularly cruel and unjust.
46.
(Night) Elie was surprised when the French girl he worked with at the warehouse:
Correct Answer
B. Spoke German to him
Explanation
In the book "Night", Elie was surprised when the French girl he worked with at the warehouse spoke German to him. This is unexpected because Elie and the girl are both from France, so it is unusual for her to speak a different language to him. It suggests that the girl may have some connection or familiarity with the German language, which could be significant considering the historical context of the book, set during the Holocaust. The fact that she spoke German to Elie could indicate that she had some knowledge or interaction with the German soldiers or authorities, which adds intrigue to the story.
47.
(Night) Elie went into the hospital to have surgery for:
Correct Answer
C. An infected foot
Explanation
Elie went into the hospital to have surgery for an infected foot.
48.
(Night) IAs a young man, perhaps the most important thing in Elie’s life was:
Correct Answer
D. His religion
Explanation
Elie's religion was the most important thing in his life as a young man. This is evident from his memoir "Night" where he describes his deep faith and devotion to Judaism. Throughout the book, Elie's religious beliefs and practices are constantly tested and challenged in the face of the Holocaust. His religion provides him with hope, strength, and a sense of identity in the midst of unimaginable suffering. Elie's unwavering commitment to his religion is a central theme in the book, making it clear that it was the most significant aspect of his life during that time.
49.
(Night) IAfter a while in the camps, Elie’s thoughts and actions began to show that:
Correct Answer
C. He was losing faith in God
Explanation
In the book "Night" by Elie Wiesel, the protagonist Elie is a young Jewish boy who experiences the horrors of the Holocaust. As time passes in the concentration camps, Elie's thoughts and actions begin to reflect his loss of faith in God. He witnesses unimaginable suffering and cruelty, which leads him to question how a benevolent God could allow such atrocities to occur. This loss of faith is a common theme throughout the book, as Elie struggles to reconcile his belief in God with the reality of the Holocaust.
50.
(Night) In the selection in which Elie’s father was sent to the left, to his death, Elie:
Correct Answer
B. Created a confusion in which some died
Explanation
In the selection, Elie created a confusion in which some people died. This means that Elie intentionally caused chaos or a disturbance that resulted in the death of some individuals. The exact details of how he created this confusion are not provided, but it suggests that Elie took some action or manipulated the situation in a way that led to fatal consequences for others.