Response # 8 NIGHT

žChoose one of the following literary terms: motif, personification, and hyperbole to answer the next question.  How was Elie able to effectively explain what happened to him using this device?  Why is figurative language so helpful in explaining different situations? 

Response #7: One Survivor Remembers

“One Survivor Remembers” What insights into life do you believe that Elie Wiesel and Gerda Weismann have gained as a result of their experiences during the Holocaust?  How has this overall experience shaped their perspective on life?  Their chosen careers?  You may have to do a bit of research regarding the persons Wiesel and Weismann have become in their later lives.

AOW: 3 Myths that Shape the Transgender Bathroom Debate

Possible Response Questions: • Share your thoughts on the transgender bathroom debate. • Select a passage and reflect on it.

Through your readings, discussions, etc.., what have you learned so far about the impact of the Holocaust? ...the effect of stereotypes, prejudices, racism? ....the effect of the images on the wall?

(What I am looking for in your response is more than just a basic reflection of sorts, but a DEEPER demonstration of your comprehension of this content. I am looking for impactful and relevant responses to show your unyielding capability of synthesizing information together in providing a well-written response.

Response 6 NIGHT

¢Explain the following statement using examples from the text:  During the Holocaust, Elie Wiesel changes from a spiritual, sensitive little boy to a spiritually dead, unemotional man.

Response #5 NIGHT

•In what ways was the hanging of the young Pipel the ultimate challenge to young Elie’s spiritual faith?  How does the symbolism of “night” compare to the symbolism of the young Pipel? 

Response # 4 NIGHT

—Video: “The Devil’s Arithmetic” uses the compelling literary device of casting the main character into a parallel universe. Explore the use of this device in terms of purpose.   In what ways could this fictional experience actually prevent history from repeating? 

—***For those who did not watch the video, watch the following video about the concentration camps and then answer the following question: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=449ZOWbUkf0

—Is the Auschwitz camp shown on the short clip similar to the one you pictured in your mind?  How was Hitler able to build such a camp during the Great Depression?  You may have to do a bit of research.

AOW 5 New Brain Disorders that Were Born Out of the Digital Age

Possible Response Questions:
• Discuss your thoughts about one or more of these disorders.

• Pick a passage from the article and respond to it. 

Through your readings, discussions, etc.., what have you learned so far about the impact of the Holocaust? ...the effect of stereotypes, prejudices, racism? ....the effect of the images on the wall?

(What I am looking for in your response is more than just a basic reflection of sorts, but a DEEPER demonstration of your comprehension of this content. I am looking for impactful and relevant responses to show your unyielding capability of synthesizing information together in providing a well-written response.