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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Tevye tells Lazar that he always wanted a son but _______________.
(a) One a little younger than himself.
(b) Never even considered the butcher.
(c) They're more like brothers.
(d) Never expected such a rich one.

2. The village matchmaker, who has been a widow for a long time, claims that a bad husband:
(a) Doesn't exist.
(b) Should be thrown in prison.
(c) Is no good for anyone.
(d) Is better than no husband.

3. What is Yente's role in the village?
(a) Matchmaker.
(b) Peacemaker.
(c) Waitress.
(d) Seamstress.

4. As Tevye sits and talks to God after Tzeitel and Motel are married, what does he request?
(a) A sewing machine for Motel.
(b) A wife for Lazar.
(c) A grandchild.
(d) Peace in their village.

5. Where does Lazar say he sees Tzeitel every Thursday?
(a) His butcher shop.
(b) The bank.
(c) The produce market.
(d) The library.

Short Answer Questions

1. After teaching Tevye's daughters the story of Laban and Jacob, what does Perchik say is the moral of the story?

2. When the two Russians who were bothering Chava leave, what does Fyedka do?

3. The wedding of Tzeitel and Motel concludes with ________________.

4. When the constable leaves after his private conversation with Tevye, what does Tevye ask God?

5. Who is Fruma Sarah to Lazar Wolf?

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