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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT one of Tevye's daughters?

2. According to the "Tradition" song, what are the "Mamas" expected to do?

3. When Tevye talks to himself about Lazar, wondering whether or not to give permission for the marriage, he says that ______________.

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

5. In Tevye's dream, Grandmother Tzeitel calls Motel a _______________.

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Tzeitel take the news that she is to be married to Lazar Wolf?

2. How does Tevye respond to the information that Chava married Fyedka?

3. Summarize the story Perchik tells Tevye's youngest daughters while they peel potatoes.

4. List some of the rumors Yente spreads after reading the letter Perchik sent Hodel.

5. Where are some of the main characters headed to since they are forced out of their village?

6. Summarize the conversation between Chava and Fyedka inside Motel's shop.

7. Why is Hodel upset that Perchik is leaving for Kiev?

8. What is the audience led to believe in the scene where villagers are abuzz about the new arrival?

9. Once the constable leaves after telling Tevye there will be some mild roughhousing by Russian soldiers coming up soon, what does Tevye say to God?

10. Even though the family is poor, why does Golde gladly allow more people to join them for the Sabbath meal?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Even though tradition is important to Golde, she puts family first. Using examples, show how Golde serves as the one who keeps the family united.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Tevye and Golde's five daughters. How does each one break the traditional mold?

Essay Topic 3

How does humor ease the hardships the villagers experience on a daily basis? Write a detailed analysis using at least three examples.

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