Ele's father was struck for asking wher te oilets wher.
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Elie's father was struck by the gypsy because he asked where the bathroom was and the gypsy thought he was asking for his wallet. The misunderstanding led to the gypsy lashing out in anger and hitting Elie's father.
So that Elie won't be worried or feel guilty of not defending him. (Hey I have the same question for homework, how weird) =)