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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) Make me a match.
(d) Bring me a dream.

2. Tevye claims that without their traditions, the villagers' lives would be ______________.
(a) As lonely as a frightened fiddler.
(b) As shaky as a fiddler on the roof.
(c) As empty as a drained milk jug.
(d) As cold as a Siberian winter.

3. As villagers sing "Sunrise, Sunset," Tevye asks, "Is this the little girl I carried? Is this the ... :"
(a) Child who once tarried.
(b) Little boy at play.
(c) Neighbor kid she knew.
(d) Same child I knew.

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

5. Who is Fruma Sarah to Lazar Wolf?
(a) Sister.
(b) Mother.
(c) First wife.
(d) Daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is one of Tevye's daughters going to Siberia?

2. According to the "Tradition" song, what are the "Mamas" expected to do?

3. Tevye's conversation with the constable reveals that _______________.

4. When the Russians join in on the celebratory song and dance between Lazar, Tevye, and other Jews, what is part of the blessing they offer?

5. When Perchik wants to know why Hodel is so interested in the rabbi's son, what does she say?

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