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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. Despite the fact that she is in the middle of an important conversation with Alceste, what does Celimene tell Basque to do?

2. Who goes to see Célimène in Act 2, Scene 1?

3. During Act 2, Scene 5 what is Alceste awaiting for?

4. What happens when Alceste complains about the other encouraging Celimene's gossip?

5. How does Acaste defend himself in Act Three, Scene One?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Alceste's reaction when Basque says there is someone at the door for him in Act 2, Scene 5?

2. What is Éliante's view of Célimène in the beginning of Act 5, Scene 3?

3. How does Philine reason with Alceste when she becomes upset be his insincerity?

4. How does Alceste feel when Célimène tries to explain away the other men?

5. How does Celimene represent the things that Alceste hates?

6. What is the discussion between Acaste and Clitandre about?

7. During their argument, Alceste admits what about Celimene's good looks and good nature?

8. How does Alceste respond when Celemine invites a visitor inside during their conversation?

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

10. Why would it do Alceste some good to flatter Oronte?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The audience meets Celimene, Alceste's love interest, in Act 2, Scene 1. What does the audience learn about Alceste from:

1. Alceste's belief that he will have to leave Celimene because she does not really love him?

2. Alceste's acceptance of the fact that Celimene is shallow and nice to men when it suits her?

3. Alceste's being tortured over his love for Celimene and his high values of honesty?

Essay Topic 2

Based on Celimene's behavior and the definition of the word "misanthrope," explain why Celimene is or is not the true misanthrope in Moliere's play.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of honesty and compassion throughout the play. Be sure to explain the importance of the opening scene between Alceste, Philinte, and the person he meets but cannot remember.

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