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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 Tevye tells Golde about his frightening dream, he begins by saying that all the people they knew were _______________.
(a) At a funeral.
(b) Packing their belongings.
(c) Traveling by boat.
(d) At a celebration.

2. Why does the matchmaker feel that the shoemaker's daughter, who has poor eyesight, is a good match for a particular young man?
(a) He's not much to look at.
(b) He can afford to buy her glasses.
(c) He can't hear well.
(d) He's twice her age.

3. Why are traditions important to Tevye?
(a) Everyone knows their role in life.
(b) His ancestors came up with them.
(c) God developed them.
(d) They're fun and comfortable.

4. After Tevye asks God several "whys" following his conversation with the constable, how does he end his talk with God?
(a) Asks for protection for his family.
(b) Gives thanks for his family.
(c) Asks that Tzeitel will be happy with her husband.
(d) Gives thanks for a husband for Tzeitel.

5. Tevye tells Lazar that he always wanted a son but _______________.
(a) Never expected such a rich one.
(b) One a little younger than himself.
(c) Never even considered the butcher.
(d) They're more like brothers.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the wedding scene, Tzeitel enters in her bridal clothes, followed by _________________.

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

3. Some time after Tzeitel and Motel's wedding, why is Hodel upset with Perchik?

4. When Tevye comes in following Perchik's marriage proposal to Hodel, Perchik says he has bad news and good news. What is the bad news?

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

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