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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. When Chava and Fyedka find themselves alone, what does Fyedka say to her?
2. Tevye explains that in his community, prayer shawls are worn as what?
3. After Tevye's celebratory mood is changed by the sobering conversation with the constable, what does the fiddler's appearance represent?
4. When the Russians join in on the celebratory song and dance between Lazar, Tevye, and other Jews, what is part of the blessing they offer?
5. What is Motel's job?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does the new arrival turn out to be, and why is everyone excited about it?
2. Near the end of the story, what does the constable tell Tevye and the other villagers?
3. What does Tevye say regarding the Russians living in their village?
4. After Perchik has a conversation with the angered villagers, he and Tevye talk. Summarize the conversation they have surrounding a piece of cheese.
5. What does Tevye say to the audience as he's thinking through his decision regarding Lazar's request to marry Tzeitel?
6. Describe the scene as Tzeitel and Motel's wedding begins.
7. What happens when Chava is left to watch Motel's shop as he steps out for a few moments?
8. Why does the matchmaker feel that the shoemaker's daughter is a perfect match for someone in particular?
9. How do the villagers react to the shocking news the constable brings them?
10. When Motel stops by asking for Tzeitel as Golde and the matchmaker converse, why does the matchmaker become suspicious?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Golde and Tevye seem to fight all the time, but underneath the surface there is much tenderness they feel for each other.
1. Why do Golde and Tevye bicker constantly?
2. How does each character push the boundaries of the roles they are expected to follow?
3. How does the reader or the audience know that despite all the arguing, there is deep love in this relationship?
Essay Topic 2
Compare and contrast Tevye and Golde's five daughters. How does each one break the traditional mold?
Essay Topic 3
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?
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