Answer ONE of the discussion questions below with examples from the Elie Wiesel article. (1 paragraph minimum).
1. Given what you have learned about Elie Wiesel, do you think he would consider himself a hero? Why or why not? In the context of this article, what makes a hero? Cite evidence from this text, your own experience, and other literature, art, or history in your answer.
2. What other figures from history or literature remind you of Elie Wiesel? What shared experiences or characteristics do they have? In the context of this article, what can we learn from tragedy? What did Elie Wiesel try to teach the world from his own tragedies? Cite evidence from this text, your own experience, and other literature, art, or history in your answer.
3. This text describes the numerous awards Elie Wiesel was given, but does not speak to the full scope of Wiesel's teaching and writing. Which do you think is more important for success: your work, or your recognition?