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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did the flames appear to be coming from that the Jews saw as they exit the train at Birkenau in Chapter 2?
(a) A chimney.
(b) An overturned cattle car.
(c) A house.
(d) A bonfire.

2. In Chapter 4, when Wiesel was asked to report to the dentist, where was he coming from?
(a) The kitchen.
(b) Work.
(c) The shower.
(d) His block.

3. In the spring of 1944, what did the people of Sighet believe about Hitler?
(a) They thought his troops were turning on him.
(b) That he was killed or went into hiding.
(c) That he would conquer all of Europe.
(d) That he would soon be defeated.

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

5. At Birkenau, what did a fellow prisoner tell Wiesel and his father to do?
(a) Lie about their ages.
(b) Keep their eyes averted downward at all times.
(c) Smile.
(d) Be sure to tell the truth about their ages.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter 4, who did Wiesel see wandering between the blocks?

2. What does the author show about pain and suffering, particularly in Chapter 8?

3. What did Elie find in the morning at the deserted village?

4. In Chapter 5, what happened when Dr. Mengele called out numbers for another round of selection?

5. In Chapter 3, what was the first impression of Auschwitz by the prisoners on their arrival?

(see the answer key)

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