Why did Elie's father give him a knife and spoon?

a
Because prisoners were forced to eat with their hands, his father wanted Elie to experience dignity.
b
Elie's father wanted him to use these items to try to escape.
c
His father wanted Elie to have something of value he could sell or trade when the time came.
d
His father thought he was near death and wanted to give Elie all that he had

d

Elie's father thought he was near death and wanted to give Elie all that he had