Question

Why does Wiesel say that the Holocaust “happened yesterday or an eternity ago”?

a. to show that he remembers the Holocaust clearly and always will
b. to let the audience know that the Holocaust is still happening
c. to remind others that he knows the Holocaust happened years ago
d. to admit that he does not remember the Holocaust very well

Answer 1

Wiesel said that the Holocaust "happened yesterday or an eternity ago" to (a.) to show that he remembers the Holocaust clearly and always will. Wiesel meant that the memories from the Holocaust were very strong that he can never forget those who suffered.