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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Tevye convinces himself that by marrying Lazar, Tzeitel will never know what?
(a) Hunger.
(b) Poverty.
(c) Loneliness.
(d) Pain.

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

3. When the Russians join in on the celebratory song and dance between Lazar, Tevye, and other Jews, what is part of the blessing they offer?
(a) May you have many children.
(b) May all your dreams come true.
(c) May we live together in peace.
(d) May life bring you abundance.

4. After Golde talks to Tevye about Lazar Wolf, what does Tevye agree to do?
(a) Invite him to dinner.
(b) Ask Lazar what he thinks of the eldest daughter.
(c) Talk to him after the Sabbath.
(d) Offer one of his daughters for marriage.

5. How many children does the matchmaker have?
(a) Two daughters.
(b) None.
(c) Three sons and a daughter.
(d) One son.

Short Answer Questions

1. In his conversation with God following the wedding, what else does Tevye mention to God as needing attention?

2. At the start of Act 1, Scene 2, Tevye enters pulling a cart. He addresses God, asking what?

3. When Motel tells Tevye that he wants to marry Tzeitel, he explains that a year ago, they _______________.

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

5. When Sasha and another Russian harass Chava, what does Fyedka do?

(see the answer key)

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