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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the "Tradition" song sung by everyone, what are the "Papas" expected to do?
(a) Work to keep the peace.
(b) Scramble for a living.
(c) Mend broken roofs.
(d) Plant seasonal crops.

2. Where does Tevye live?
(a) Religious commune.
(b) Large city.
(c) Small village.
(d) Prison camp.

3. At the start of Act 1, Scene 2, Tevye enters pulling a cart. He addresses God, asking what?
(a) Where he can find the riches he wants.
(b) When his daughters will marry.
(c) Why his life continues to be so difficult.
(d) Whose idea it was to make him a milkman.

4. What does the spirit of Lazar Wolf's first wife indicate she'll do to Tzeitel?
(a) Haunt her daily.
(b) Drive her out of town.
(c) Drown her.
(d) Choke her.

5. As Perchik tries to reason with Hodel, who is very upset, he explains that what happened at her sister's wedding _____________.
(a) Is a sign that the villagers have it in for him.
(b) Was a simple misunderstanding.
(c) Is a sign of violence happening across the country.
(d) Meant absolutely nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Tevye thanks the constable for the privileged information, what else does he say?

2. As they make preparations for the Sabbath, what does Tzeitel urge Motel to do?

3. When Golde and Tevye's daughters sing the "Matchmaker" song, which of the following is NOT part of the lyrics?

4. Motel and Tzeitel have been friends since:

5. After Tevye asks God several "whys" following his conversation with the constable, how does he end his talk with God?

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