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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When Tevye asks Shprintze and Bielke if they want to take lessons from Perchik, how do the girls respond?
(a) They ask their mother.
(b) They refuse.
(c) They giggle and say yes.
(d) They say they're not sure.

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

4. What is Motel's job?
(a) Banker.
(b) Tailor.
(c) Innkeeper.
(d) Dairyman.

5. What does Golde realize once Tevye finishes relating his nightmare to her?
(a) Lazar is a terrible man.
(b) Tzeitel marrying Motel is for the best.
(c) Grandmother Tzeitel doesn't know what she's talking about.
(d) Tevye made the whole thing up.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Perchik states that girls should also learn, how does Mendel react?

2. How do the villagers feel about the news that Tzeitel will be marrying Motel instead of Lazar?

3. At the conclusion of Act 1, Scene 1, why are Golde and Tevye's daughters hoping the matchmaker will take her time finding them a match?

4. Who appears to Tevye in his dream after Grandmother Tzeitel is done talking to him?

5. In the first act, what blessing does the rabbi give the Tsar?

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