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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Golde tells Tevye what she's learned about Chava, what does Tevye say?

2. Even though Tevye and Golde are leaving their home forever, why is Golde sweeping the floor?

3. Inside Motel's shop, the villagers are gathered to see ______________.

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

5. While everyone's gathered at Motel's shop admiring the new arrival, Golde talks with Tzeitel about what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Despite his deep love for his daughter Chava, Tevye can't bring himself to accept her marriage. He can't bring himself to speak with her openly. The best he can do is utter a blessing under his breath. Do you feel his behavior is justified? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

The Jews and the Russians represent two very different worlds trying to live together in a small, remote village.

1. Describe the attempts each group makes to reach out to the other.

2. Why is the relationship between the Jews and the Russians doomed in the end? Is this outcome evident from the beginning? Explain.

3. How does the forbidden relationship between Chava and Fyedka offer a small sliver of hope in the end?

Essay Topic 3

Tevye tries to strictly adhere to tradition, but often his heart wins out, resulting in a compromise with tradition.

1. Describe the internal turmoil Tevye feels as he is pulled in opposite directions by tradition and by his heartstrings.

2. Cite examples where he reaches a compromise. How does he manage to follow his heart while keeping his honor?

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