Describe how Levi and Wiesel each tried to explain what was happening to themselves and their fellow Jews (i.e. how did they try to “make sense” of the evil and lack of logic of Auschwitz), and how their very different cultures (in terms of their nationalities, their upbringings, and their religious perspectives) informed their respective outlooks.

Explain how the culture of Nazism was translated into policy at Auschwitz, especially in terms of the hierarchies of power present in the camp.

Explain how Levi and Wiesel survived despite the incredible odds against them.

Your essay must draw on both Survival in Auschwitz and Night, and be sure to use material from the lectures, USHMM articles, and/or textbook to help provide context. For Levi, consider using the Primo Levi: Interview as well.

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