Explain the metaphor in the following line: "the last sound of the American plane
dissipated in the wind and there we were, in our cemetery" (Wiesel 66). Include an explanation of what things are being compared and what Wiesel is pointing out they have in common.

This is from the book Night

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Answer:

The American plane was a symbol of hope for the people, and when it vanished into the wind, the people started feeling hopeless. They believe that the camp they are in is similar to a cemetery, because that's where they think they're going to die. This sets a very somber and bleak mood.