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

Short Answer Questions

1. What letter does Alceste tell Eliante he has seen?

2. What word does Célimène call Arsinoé in Act 3, Scene 3?

3. What happens when humans are habitually dishonest?

4. When it opens, how is Act 5, Scene 1, similar to the play's original opening scene?

5. Who is discussing Célimène at the opening of Act 5, Scene 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Celimene likes to control social situations. Cite at least three situations in the play, including specific details about each situation, that illustrate how Celimene likes to be in control.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

There are a number of events in this play that are ironic. What is the purpose of this irony? Can the irony in any way be providing comic relief? Discuss why you think so or not.

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