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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Tevye's dream, why is Lazar Wolf's first wife angry?
(a) Everyone says mean things about her.
(b) She was always an angry person.
(c) Tevye's daughter is marrying her husband.
(d) Lazar doesn't love her anymore.

2. When the two Russians who were bothering Chava leave, what does Fyedka do?
(a) Reports their behavior to the constable.
(b) Wraps a bandage around his hand.
(c) Laughs at Chava.
(d) Apologizes to Chava.

3. According to the "Tradition" song, what are the "Mamas" expected to do?
(a) Feed the husband and wash clothes.
(b) Teach daughters to read.
(c) Raise the family and run the home.
(d) Teach sons to pray.

4. Hearing the news of the upcoming marriage, Russians who were sitting and drinking nearby bestow the following words upon Lazar and Tevye:
(a) Enjoy everything.
(b) Be well and merry.
(c) Heaven bless you both.
(d) Live long and prosper.

5. Motel is afraid to talk to Tevye about wanting to marry Tzeitel, claiming that he's only what?
(a) A plain young man.
(b) An aspiring writer.
(c) A humble farmer.
(d) A poor tailor.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Tevye first offers Perchik a piece of cheese, why does Perchik decline?

2. After Golde talks to Tevye about Lazar Wolf, what does Tevye agree to do?

3. What is Motel's job?

4. Once Tevye and Lazar agree to an arranged marriage between Lazar and Tzeitel, what do the men drink to?

5. What does Golde realize once Tevye finishes relating his nightmare to her?

(see the answer key)

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