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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Yente hands a letter to Tzeitel, what else does she say?

2. Why is one of Tevye's daughters going to Siberia?

3. Why is everyone shocked when, at Tzeitel's wedding reception, Perchik asks Hodel to dance with him?

4. After Tevye's talk with Chava regarding Fyedka, the audience finds Tevye talking with God and pulling his cart. Why isn't his horse pulling it?

5. When Shandel crosses the stage in a rush and a woman asks her where she's running, Shandel replies ________________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Motel, Perchik, and Fyedka, the men who marry three of Tevye's daughters.

1. Which one does Tevye seem to favor? Why?

2. What lessons does Tevye learn, directly or indirectly, from each of his sons-in-law?

Essay Topic 2

Despite his deep love for his daughter Chava, Tevye can't bring himself to accept her marriage. He can't bring himself to speak with her openly. The best he can do is utter a blessing under his breath. Do you feel his behavior is justified? Why or why not?

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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