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At Auschwitz kids aged under 15 were usually sent straight to the gas chambers.
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Why do eliezer and his father lie to dr mengele about their age?
Eliezer and his father lie about their ages to Dr. Mengele in order to avoid being separated, as they believe that being together increases their chances of survival in the concentration camp. By claiming to be younger than they actually are, they hope to remain together and support each other through the harsh conditions they face.
Why did eliezer and his father lie to dr.mengele?
Eliezer and his father lied to Dr. Mengele about Eliezer's age because Eliezer was afraid that being seen as too young would lead to him being selected for execution in the concentration camp. By lying about his age and saying he was older, he hoped to appear stronger and more capable of work, increasing his chances of survival.
Which notorious SS Officer did the prisoners meet at Auschwitz Concentration Camp?
They met the notorious SS Officer Dr. Mengele at Auschwitz.
What is Dr. Josef Mengele's birthday?
Dr. Josef Mengele was born on March 16, 1911.
When was Dr. Josef Mengele born?
Dr. Josef Mengele was born on March 16, 1911.
How old was Dr. Josef Mengele at death?
Dr. Josef Mengele died on February 7, 1979 at the age of 67.
What lies do Elie and his father tell to Dr. Mengele and why?
Mengele generally selected who got sent to the gas chambers at Auschwitz - too young and you got gassed, too old and you got gassed. They lied to him to survive.
Did dr. mengele do medical experiments on animals?
Dr. Josef Mengele did use animals in his labs as well as Jews and the weaker people of Europe.
How did Dr Mengele get chosen to be doctor in the Holcaust?
The previous doctor fell ill, and Mengele came in.
Why was dr mengele notorious?
because he escaped.
Is Dr Mengele from the Holocaust still alive?
No, Josef Mengele drowned off the coast of Brazil in 1979.
How old does eliezer tell dr.mengwle he is when he arrives as birkenau?
When Eliezer arrives at Birkenau, he tells Dr. Mengele that he is 18 years old. In reality, he is only 15 at the time. He lies about his age in hopes of avoiding immediate deportation to a labor camp or worse. This moment reflects the desperate measures he takes to survive in the horrific conditions of the Holocaust.
