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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Prologue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Despite how the villagers feel about Motel and Tzeitel's upcoming wedding, what do they say to Motel?
(a) Good luck.
(b) How could you?
(c) Be prosperous and fruitful.
(d) Mazeltov.

2. How does Tevye react when he first learns that Lazar is interested in Tzeitel?
(a) He's angry.
(b) He's surprised.
(c) He says Lazar is way too old.
(d) He laughs uncontrollably.

3. When Lazar finally realizes that Tevye thinks he's talking about buying his cow, how does he react?
(a) Tells Tevye he can't possibly compare Tzeitel to a cow.
(b) Faints with shock and is resuscitated by the bartender.
(c) Laughs and explains he's talking about marrying Tzeitel.
(d) Scolds Tevye for thinking such a thing.

4. Who stays behind to keep an eye on Motel's shop when he leaves for a few moments?
(a) Hodel.
(b) Chava.
(c) Tzeitel.
(d) Tevye.

5. Perchik tells Hodel that traditions are changing in other places, with boys and girls holding hands and even doing what together?
(a) Dancing.
(b) Working.
(c) Studying.
(d) Worshipping.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who steps into Motel's shop when he steps out for a few moments?

2. After taking the cheese Tevye offers, what does Perchik say about the rich?

3. When Perchik states that girls should also learn, how does Mendel react?

4. Through Tevye's conversation with God, what do we learn about Tzeitel and Motel after their wedding?

5. When Perchik makes fun of traditions that never change, what does Hodel do?

(see the answer key)

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