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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. When Yussel steps into Motel's shop to congratulate him for the upcoming wedding, what does Motel ask him?
(a) To please leave.
(b) For advice.
(c) For a wedding hat.
(d) To lend him money.

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) Scolds Tevye for thinking such a thing.
(c) Faints with shock and is resuscitated by the bartender.
(d) Tells Tevye he can't possibly compare Tzeitel to a cow.

5. When Perchik finally takes the cheese Tevye offers him, what does Tevye say?
(a) It's no crime being poor.
(b) The villagers can be trusted.
(c) There's always room for a bit of cheese.
(d) Don't forget to thank God for it.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Tevye's dream, Grandmother Tzeitel calls Motel a _______________.

2. As Perchik tries to reason with Hodel, who is very upset, he explains that what happened at her sister's wedding _____________.

3. As Tevye pulls his cart, Golde finds him. She is distraught. What does she share with Tevye?

4. When Motel tells Tevye that he wants to marry Tzeitel, he explains that a year ago, they _______________.

5. When Tevye and Lazar meet to talk, what does Tevye think they're discussing?

(see the answer key)

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