NIGHT - ELIE WIESEL
NIGHT: CHAPTER 5
Once you have viewed the above introduction and listened to the chapter, answer and submit the below questions.
Elie Wiesel faces the grim selection process, where his father narrowly escapes being sent to the crematorium. As the harsh winter sets in, Elie undergoes a painful foot operation, and the camp is evacuated, forcing the prisoners on a brutal death march through the snow.
Describe the scene when Eliezer is liberated from Buchenwald. How does he react to his newfound freedom?
When Eliezer is liberated from Buchenwald, he is initially numb and unable to fully grasp the reality of being free. He describes himself as indifferent to all that is happening around him. He remains in the camp for several days after liberation, unable to leave, as he feels too weak physically and emotionally to move. Eventually, he undergoes a transformation and begins to regain his sense of self and a flicker of hope for the future.
How does Eliezer's view of humanity change throughout Chapter 5? Provide specific examples from the text that illustrate this evolution in his perspective.
Reflecting on Chapter 5, how does Eliezer's faith (or loss thereof) evolve during his time in the concentration camps? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
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