1. Why is everyone shocked when, at Tzeitel's wedding reception, Perchik asks Hodel to dance with him?
(a) The first dance is reserved for the parents of the couple.
(b) Perchik is much older than Hodel.
(c) It's against tradition for men and women to dance together.
(d) The matchmaker has found someone else for Hodel.

2. According to the "Tradition" song, what are the "Mamas" expected to do?
(a) Teach sons to pray.
(b) Teach daughters to read.
(c) Raise the family and run the home.
(d) Feed the husband and wash clothes.

3. Motel is afraid to talk to Tevye about wanting to marry Tzeitel, claiming that he's only what?
(a) A poor tailor.
(b) A plain young man.
(c) An aspiring writer.
(d) A humble farmer.

4. Hearing the news of the upcoming marriage, Russians who were sitting and drinking nearby bestow the following words upon Lazar and Tevye:
(a) Enjoy everything.
(b) Heaven bless you both.
(c) Live long and prosper.
(d) Be well and merry.

5. Tevye tells Lazar that he always wanted a son but _______________.
(a) One a little younger than himself.
(b) Never even considered the butcher.
(c) Never expected such a rich one.
(d) They're more like brothers.

Short Answer Questions

1. Some time after Perchik leaves the village, Yente comes by with a letter she picked up at the post office. It's from Perchik, and it's for ______________.

2. Why are traditions important to Tevye?

3. After teaching Tevye's daughters the story of Laban and Jacob, what does Perchik say is the moral of the story?

4. Before Tevye arrives to talk with Lazar, the butcher orders what?

5. Lazar tries to convince Tevye to agree to a marriage between him and Tzeitel by explaining that he's well off and ________________.

(see the answer key)

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