What role does nuclear war play in wiesel’s speech?

something we can avoid through the momory of something

Explanation:

The nuclear war is important for Wiesel because remembering what happened in history can help us prevent the nuclear war in the future. If we forget the monstrosities that were committed we will easily just commit them again without thinking, so remembrance is good.

Paul didn't go to Mike's funeral. He waited for Joey to come over after the funeral, and his mother asks how the funeral went, but he doesn't go. After Joey arrives, Mom takes the two boys to the carnival.