1. In the first act, what blessing does the rabbi give the Tsar?
(a) Bless him and keep him out of trouble.
(b) Bless him and keep him away from their village.
(c) Abundant patience and tolerance.
(d) Abundant tasks to keep him occupied.

2. How does Golde react to the news the matchmaker delivers regarding the butcher?
(a) She asks the matchmaker to leave.
(b) She's horrified.
(c) She's pleased.
(d) She faints.

3. Tevye explains that in his community, prayer shawls are worn as what?
(a) Show of devotion to God.
(b) Symbol of humility.
(c) Protection against the cold.
(d) Sign of respect for elders.

4. Which of the following is NOT one of Tevye's daughters?
(a) Yentell.
(b) Bielke.
(c) Hodel.
(d) Tzeitel.

5. When Perchik states that girls should also learn, how does Mendel react?
(a) He's deeply offended.
(b) He agrees.
(c) He laughs uncontrollably.
(d) He's shocked.

Short Answer Questions

1. When a beggar gets only one coin this week, he complains that he got two coins the previous week. The donor explains he had a bad week, to which the beggar replies:

2. According to the "Tradition" song sung by everyone, what are the "Papas" expected to do?

3. After taking the cheese Tevye offers, what does Perchik say about the rich?

4. According to the "Tradition" song, what are the "Mamas" expected to do?

5. Motel and Tzeitel have been friends since:

(see the answer key)

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