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Which excerpt from Wiesel’s speech most embodies the idea of paradox?


“Why bring children into a world in which God and man betrayed their trust in one another?”

“Our abhorrence of war is reflected in the paucity of our literature of warfare.”

“Terrorism must be outlawed by all civilized nations—not explained or rationalized, but fought and eradicated.”

“Because I remember, I despair. Because I remember, I have a duty to reject despair.”

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I think it would be the last one...it sounds about right. Because he remembers what happened he becomes upset, but because he remembered feels like he shouldn't become upset. Understand what I'm saying? I hope that it made sense...

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The correct answer is D.

These two sentences create a paradox because Wiesel's memories make him despair. Remembering the situation he had to live causes him pain and a loss of faith in humanity.

But at the same time, because he remembers what he went through, he knows that he cannot despair. He has to keep the hope that man can be better. Becuase if there is no hope, there can be nothing else.

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