When Elie is called to the dentist, he pretends to be sick twice to avoid having his crown removed. What does this indicate about his state of mind at this point?

He is still confused about how the camp operates and what he is required to do.

He is scared of the dentist and worries that he won't be able to eat without the crown.

He still has a sense of ownership of himself and does not want to give up the crown for nothing.

He is starting to be manipulative and think of whether he can get favors from the guards for turning in the dentist.