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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chava, pp. 69-82, Shprintze, pp. 82-97.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Tevye go to see Layzar Wolf in Today's Children?
(a) Layzar has ordered some dairy goods from him.
(b) He wants to arrange a marriage with Layzar and his daughter.
(c) He thinks Layzar wants to buy his brown cow.
(d) It is a social call, as Layzar and Tevye are friends.

2. Why is Chava in the priest's custody?
(a) She has agreed to marry a Christian.
(b) She wants to become a nun.
(c) She is being punished for vandalizing the church.
(d) Tevye has asked the priest to help educate her.

3. According to Tevye, what is a "dog's age ago"?
(a) 20 years.
(b) 9-10 years.
(c) 5 years.
(d) 10-15 years.

4. What does Shprintze call Ahronchik?
(a) Goy.
(b) Pet.
(c) Chik.
(d) Arnold.

5. What does Tevye take with him when he goes to Yehupetz to look for Mendl?
(a) The contract he signed with Mendl.
(b) A gift for Mendl.
(c) Dairy merchandise.
(d) His daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What dishes of Golde's does Tevye call "heaven on earth?"

2. What year does Tevye record it as being at the end of Hodl?

3. What question about Mendle does Tevye ask Golde after he leaves their home?

4. After losing his fortune, what is Tevye's hope for the future?

5. How much money does Menachem Mendl want Tevye to invest in the stocks in Chapter 2?

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