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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When one of her daughters reminds Golde that Tevye works hard, what does Golde say?
(a) Traditions are more important to him than work.
(b) She works hardest.
(c) The dairy cows do all the work.
(d) His horse works harder.

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

4. When Lazar finally realizes that Tevye thinks he's talking about buying his cow, how does he react?
(a) Laughs and explains he's talking about marrying Tzeitel.
(b) Faints with shock and is resuscitated by the bartender.
(c) Scolds Tevye for thinking such a thing.
(d) Tells Tevye he can't possibly compare Tzeitel to a cow.

5. What does Lazar say when he first stands up to talk at Tzeitel and Motel's wedding celebration?
(a) He'll get over his heartbreak eventually.
(b) Motel better watch out.
(c) Her never stood a chance.
(d) He has no ill feelings.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tevye tells Lazar that he always wanted a son but _______________.

2. From the letter Yente picks up and delivers to Tzeitel, everyone learns that Perchik ________________.

3. At Motel and Tzeitel's wedding, who wonders if they'll be married one day?

4. As they make preparations for the Sabbath, what does Tzeitel urge Motel to do?

5. How many children does the matchmaker have?

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