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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 2, Scene 1, of what is Celimene accused?

2. During the heated discussion, what does Alceste reveal is aggravating him?

3. In Act Two, Scene Three, who is also downstairs?

4. When Basque enters the room, who does he say is waiting downstairs to see Celimene?

5. What is Celimene accused of in Act Two, Scene One?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Alceste's intentions and the result of his relationship with Célimène in Act 4, Scene 3.

2. Celimene is unable to make a decision about whether she prefers Alceste or Oronte. Why do you believe she cannot decide?

3. What does Alceste do when Célimène refuses to move the country?

4. Why does Act Five, Scene One seem like a repeat for Act One, Scene One?

5. What does Oronte's sonnet say about Celimene?

6. What is notable about Célimène telling Alceste that he is not indispensable in Act 2, Scene 3?

7. Why are both Clitandre and Acaste wasting their time in Act Three, Scene One and do either realize this?

8. Describe Alceste's behavior in court, as told to Éliante by Philinte in Act 4, Scene 1.

9. At the beginning of Act 5, Scene 1, Philinte and Acaste are once again waiting for Celimene. What are Alceste and Philinte discussing?

10. What do Oronte and Alceste promise in the confrontation in Act 5, Scene 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Based on the play, why do you think Celimene continues to see so many suitors? Why doesn't she want to settle down? Provide evidence from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Celimene says that Arsinoe cannot catch a man, and therefore acts prudish. Is Arsinoe truly not interested in marriage, or does she lack the social skills to attract a suitor? How does Arsinoe's lack of social skills compare with Alceste's claim that he is not interested in social games? Use examples from Act 3, Scene 3, to support your view.

Essay Topic 3

Alceste has a difficult time speaking with Celimene throughout the play. Discuss the events that interrupt this conversation. Are these events or situations intentional or not? Why do you think so? Explain your answer.

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