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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Beline bring to Argan's house?
(a) Thomas Diaforus.
(b) Beralde.
(c) Mr. Purgon.
(d) Mr. Bonnefoy.

2. What country is the setting of the play?
(a) Africa.
(b) England.
(c) Russia.
(d) France.

3. What relationship does Mr. Purgon accuse Beralde of interfering in?
(a) The notary-client relationship.
(b) The physician-patient relationship.
(c) The father-daughter relationship.
(d) The brother-brother relationship.

4. Why is Argan angry with his brother?
(a) For being younger.
(b) For interfering in his daughter's marriage.
(c) For asking for money.
(d) For dismissing the apothacary.

5. Whom does Toinette see talking to themselves?
(a) Mr. Purgon.
(b) Argan.
(c) Beline.
(d) Toinette.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Thomas and Mr. Diaforus determine Argan's illness?

2. Which character wears a nightcap?

3. What body part does Mr. Diaforus believe that Argan's illness stems from?

4. What is Mr. Fleurant's profession?

5. Who tells Argan he is "the picture of health"?

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