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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Golde tell Tevye about Lazar Wolf as Tevye tries to pray?
(a) He would be a good match for one of their daughters.
(b) He wants to talk to him.
(c) He will stop by soon.
(d) He wants to marry one of their daughters.

2. 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 want to travel and see the world before getting married.
(b) They want to finish school first.
(c) They don't want to leave their parents and sisters.
(d) They're scared of getting stuck with a bad husband.

3. Once Tevye and Lazar agree to an arranged marriage between Lazar and Tzeitel, what do the men drink to?
(a) To abundance.
(b) Marriage, family, and grandchildren.
(c) Health, wealth, and wisdom.
(d) To life.

4. Before Tevye arrives to talk with Lazar, the butcher orders what?
(a) Two mugs of hot soup.
(b) A cup of coffee and a cup of tea.
(c) Two glasses and a bottle of brandy.
(d) Two cups of coffee.

5. When Golde and Tevye's daughters sing the "Matchmaker" song, which of the following is NOT part of the lyrics?
(a) Catch me a catch.
(b) Find me a find.
(c) Bring me a dream.
(d) Make me a match.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Before coming to the village, Perchik was a university student where?

4. How many children does the matchmaker have?

5. Motel and Tzeitel have been friends since:

(see the answer key)

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