In Night by Elie Wiesel, how did Elie's father respond when he learned his name had been written down?

In Night by Elie Wiesel, Elie's father learns that his name has been written down for selection. His first reaction is to reassure his son, Elie. He tells him that nothing is for sure and that there is still hope. He believes it is possible he will be given a reprieve, or at least that is what he tells Elie. However, as the time for Elie to go to work comes closer, his father begins...

In Night by Elie Wiesel, Elie's father learns that his name has been written down for selection. His first reaction is to reassure his son, Elie. He tells him that nothing is for sure and that there is still hope. He believes it is possible he will be given a reprieve, or at least that is what he tells Elie. However, as the time for Elie to go to work comes closer, his father begins to speak quickly. 

"He would have liked to say so many things. His speech grew confused; his voice choked. He knew that I would have to go in a few moments. He would have to stay behind alone, so very alone" (Wiesel 71).

Before Elie can leave, his father gives him his knife and spoon. Elie calls it "the inheritance" (Wiesel 71). Elie, at first, refuses to take it, but his father pleads with him, and finally, he does. 

When Elie gets back to camp that night, he is surprised and pleased to see that his father is still there.