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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before coming to the village, Perchik was a university student where?
(a) Krakow.
(b) Kiev.
(c) Kaunas.
(d) Kazan.

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

3. When Tevye finds himself alone with the constable, what does the constable tell him?
(a) There will be a small demonstration in the village.
(b) The Tsar is watching them carefully.
(c) He will not arrest him for being drunk.
(d) They should not make too much noise at the wedding.

4. Which of the following is part of the Sabbath Prayer song?
(a) May you live in harmony and joy.
(b) May the Lord protect and defend you.
(c) May you dwell in the house of the Lord.
(d) May the Lord shine a light upon you.

5. When Tzeitel and Motel talk while they prepare for the Sabbath, what does Motel tell Tzeitel that he plans to purchase?
(a) Typewriter.
(b) Milking cow.
(c) Small farm.
(d) Sewing machine.

Short Answer Questions

1. The village matchmaker, who has been a widow for a long time, claims that a bad husband:

2. After Tevye says to God, "I know we are the chosen people," what does he ask?

3. After Perchik explains where he came from, what does Mordcha sarcastically ask?

4. When the constable leaves after his private conversation with Tevye, what does Tevye ask God?

5. Tevye's conversation with the constable reveals that _______________.

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