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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When Perchik tells Tevye's family that he's a good teacher, how does Hodel respond?
(a) Says she knows more than he does.
(b) Calls him a con artist.
(c) Asks him to leave.
(d) Expresses doubt.

3. Perchik teaches Shprintze and Bielke outside their home as they do what?
(a) Peel potatoes.
(b) Milk cows.
(c) Plant onions.
(d) Wash clothes.

4. After Tevye gives Lazar permission to marry his daughter, the men go out into the street drunk. What fact does Lazar point out to Tevye?
(a) The Russians were rarely that cordial to them.
(b) Both men are the same age.
(c) Tevye will be Lazar's papa.
(d) Tzeitel will be the first of Tevye's daughters to marry.

5. After Tevye says to God, "I know we are the chosen people," what does he ask?
(a) Why being chosen carries so much responsibility.
(b) Why God won't choose an easier life for him.
(c) Why he can't trade jobs with the constable.
(d) Why God can't choose someone else once in a while.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is part of the Sabbath Prayer song?

2. Hearing the news of the upcoming marriage, Russians who were sitting and drinking nearby bestow the following words upon Lazar and Tevye:

3. As everyone prepares for the Sabbath, what does Tzeitel tell Motel when they are alone?

4. When Hodel comments on Perchik's lesson about Laban and Jacob, what does she say?

5. When Motel manages to get Tevye's attention right before everyone has dinner, he wants to talk about Tzeitel but all he is able to say is what?

(see the answer key)

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