Question

"Remember this.Remember it forever.Engrave it into your minds.You are at aushcwitz.and auschwitz is not a convalescent home.its a concentration camp.here you have got to work.if not,you will go straight to the furnace.to the crematory.work or the crematory-the choice is in your hands."dont get me wrong.i read this book.i just need help explaining in details the relevance of this quote in the book.and can you please tell me what page this is located in.thanks so much!

Answer 1

First, The quote is located in the pages 38-39 of the book.

Second, the general meaning or relevance of the quote is:

A turning point to the narrative and a reflection moment because the author expresses how the Auschwitz refugees had to change their mentality to do what the Germans said so they could survive.

Step-by-step explanation:

First of all, this quote is very important for two reasons. The origin and the outcome. Now, the origin: the germans made the refugees or captives understand that they had two work for them if they didn't want to die. That message was clear upon arrival for everyone. A clear sign of a chance for survival if they wanted it. Meaning that they didn't look to kill all of the refugees. Second, the outcome: it was up to the refugees to give up their dignity to survive or keep their pride and die.