Why does Wiesel say that the Holocaust “happened yesterday or an eternity ago”?

Ato show that he remembers the Holocaust clearly and always will
Bto let the audience know that the Holocaust is still happening
Cto remind others that he knows the Holocaust happened years ago
Dto admit that he does not remember the Holocaust very well

Verified Answer :

Wiesel said that the Holocaust "happened yesterday or an eternity ago" to (a.) to show that he remembers the Holocaust clearly and always will. Wiesel meant that the memories from the Holocaust were very strong that he can never forget those who suffered.