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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Prologue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Tzeitel react when she learns she is to wed Lazar Wolf?
(a) She screams and faints.
(b) She cries and says she can't marry him.
(c) She shouts in anger and frustration.
(d) She runs away in tears.

2. When Perchik wants to know why Hodel is so interested in the rabbi's son, what does she say?
(a) She's been good friends with the rabbi's son since they were seven.
(b) At least he doesn't have crazy ideas about changing the world.
(c) It's absolutely none of his business.
(d) He's smart, handsome, and well respected.

3. When the two Russians who were bothering Chava leave, what does Fyedka do?
(a) Apologizes to Chava.
(b) Laughs at Chava.
(c) Reports their behavior to the constable.
(d) Wraps a bandage around his hand.

4. At the start of Act 1, Scene 2, Tevye enters pulling a cart. He addresses God, asking what?
(a) Whose idea it was to make him a milkman.
(b) When his daughters will marry.
(c) Why his life continues to be so difficult.
(d) Where he can find the riches he wants.

5. 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?
(a) May we live together in peace.
(b) May all your dreams come true.
(c) May life bring you abundance.
(d) May you have many children.

Short Answer Questions

1. Perchik teaches Shprintze and Bielke outside their home as they do what?

2. When Avram waves a newspaper, what terrible news from another town does he announce?

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

4. Despite how the villagers feel about Motel and Tzeitel's upcoming wedding, what do they say to Motel?

5. What common interest do Chava and Fyedka share?

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