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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Golde finds Perchik teaching her younger daughters, what does she say?
(a) Lesson's over because the girls have to clean the barn.
(b) The lesson is completely pointless.
(c) Lesson's over because the girls must help make lunch.
(d) The lesson is interesting but not very applicable.

2. Why are traditions important to Tevye?
(a) God developed them.
(b) His ancestors came up with them.
(c) Everyone knows their role in life.
(d) They're fun and comfortable.

3. Why does the constable give Tevye confidential information?
(a) He can't keep a secret.
(b) He owes Tevye a favor.
(c) He's related to Tevye.
(d) He considers Tevye a friend.

4. In the lesson that Perchik tells Tevye's daughters about Laban and Jacob, what does Laban do?
(a) Throws Jacob into a well.
(b) Abandons Jacob.
(c) Tricks Jacob.
(d) Steals from Jacob.

5. When Lazar finally realizes that Tevye thinks he's talking about buying his cow, how does he react?
(a) Laughs and explains he's talking about marrying Tzeitel.
(b) Tells Tevye he can't possibly compare Tzeitel to a cow.
(c) Faints with shock and is resuscitated by the bartender.
(d) Scolds Tevye for thinking such a thing.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Hearing the news of the upcoming marriage, Russians who were sitting and drinking nearby bestow the following words upon Lazar and Tevye:

4. How does Act 1, Scene 5 end?

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

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