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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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 tasks to keep him occupied.
(d) Abundant patience and tolerance.

2. When the townspeople Mordcha and Mendel complain toTevye that he forgot their orders for the Sabbath, what does he reply?
(a) They failed to put in their order.
(b) He forgot, and he's sorry.
(c) They haven't paid him yet.
(d) He had trouble with his horse.

3. After taking the cheese Tevye offers, what does Perchik say about the rich?
(a) He wants to be like them.
(b) He admires them.
(c) They eat too much.
(d) They are criminals.

4. In the "Tradition" song, what does each son hope about the bride chosen for him?
(a) She cooks well.
(b) She's smart.
(c) She sings nicely.
(d) She's pretty.

5. At the conclusion of Act 1, Scene 1, why are Golde and Tevye's daughters hoping the matchmaker will take her time finding them a match?
(a) They don't want to leave their parents and sisters.
(b) They're scared of getting stuck with a bad husband.
(c) They want to travel and see the world before getting married.
(d) They want to finish school first.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Yente's role in the village?

2. When Tevye asks Perchik how he makes money, what does Perchik say?

3. When Perchik states that girls should also learn, how does Mendel react?

4. Which of the following is NOT one of Tevye's daughters?

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

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