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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. After Tevye thanks the constable for the privileged information, what else does he say?
(a) The constable is a good man and it's too bad he's not a Jew.
(b) The Jews will not cause any trouble.
(c) It's too bad the Russians and the Jews can't see eye to eye.
(d) He would appreciate it if the Russians didn't give them any trouble.

2. Who stays behind to keep an eye on Motel's shop when he leaves for a few moments?
(a) Hodel.
(b) Chava.
(c) Tevye.
(d) Tzeitel.

3. According to the "Tradition" song sung by everyone, what are the "Papas" expected to do?
(a) Plant seasonal crops.
(b) Work to keep the peace.
(c) Scramble for a living.
(d) Mend broken roofs.

4. 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 want to finish school first.
(c) They're scared of getting stuck with a bad husband.
(d) They want to travel and see the world before getting married.

5. At the start of Act 1, Scene 2, Tevye enters pulling a cart. He addresses God, asking what?
(a) When his daughters will marry.
(b) Whose idea it was to make him a milkman.
(c) Why his life continues to be so difficult.
(d) Where he can find the riches he wants.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Yussel steps into Motel's shop to congratulate him and is asked a question by Motel, what does Yussel reply?

2. When the constable leaves after his private conversation with Tevye, what does Tevye ask God?

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

4. Lazar tries to convince Tevye to agree to a marriage between him and Tzeitel by explaining that he's well off and ________________.

5. Who steps into Motel's shop when he steps out for a few moments?

(see the answer key)

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