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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Moshe's experience change him?
(a) He tried to commit suicide.
(b) He became optimistic about the situation.
(c) He lost interest in the things he loved.
(d) He attempted to leave his beloved hometown and country.

2. Why did the dentist not pull Elie's tooth in Chapter 4?
(a) Elie said he was late for work.
(b) Elie said he did not feel well.
(c) Elie said the tooth did not hurt.
(d) Elie tried to run away.

3. In Chapter 3, what happened to the Jews at Birkenau once they left the train?
(a) The children and adults were separated.
(b) The men and women were separated.
(c) They were sent directly to hard labor in a rock quarry.
(d) They were given food and water.

4. How many words were spoken as the prisoners leave the train in Chapter 3?
(a) Eight.
(b) Five.
(c) Two.
(d) Ten.

5. After the Germans arrested the Jewish leaders during Passover, what were the Jews required to do?
(a) Immediately surrender all their possessions.
(b) Attend formation every morning at dawn.
(c) Remain in their houses for three days.
(d) Leave the town and find their own accommodations.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what did Wiesel like about Moishe?

2. In Chapter 4, what did the foreman want Wiesel to do?

3. How did Wiesel's father respond to the order that Jews were not allowed to keep valuables in the house?

4. In Chapter 2, where was the first stop the train makes?

5. What is Birkenau in Chapter 2?

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