What is an american during the revolutionary period

An American was and still is someone who lives in America

An american it has always been an american

Personification.

The action of seduction is a human trait, 'indifference' does not have the human or physical qualities to actively 'seduce'. Wiesel though, has given it that personified power.

Wiesel's main idea through his speech is that indifference is the most dangerous thing to have. Showing that indifference is tempting and seductive proves how dangerous of a trap the world can fall into because it's easier to be indifferent than take a stand. People tend to be easily tempted or seduced, so giving indifference these qualities shows how much more aware and how much stronger people have to be in order to rise above it.