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Act 1, Scene 1 | Act 1, Scene 2

• Argan is totaling his medical bills and is not happy with what he finds.

• Argan's servant Toinette, enters and their relationship is demonstrated.

Act 1, Scene 3 | Act 1, Scene 4

• Argan's daughter Angelique joins Toinette. Argan tells them that he has something to say, but then leaves the room abruptly.

• Angelique and Toinette discuss Angelique's new love in secret.

Act 1, Scene 5 | Act 1, Scene 6

• Argan announces that he has arranged for Angelique's marriage and she is initially excited, thinking he is speaking of her new love. Angelique and Argan have different husbands in mind.

• Angelique is heart broken and Toinette scolds Argan for being so selfish.

• Argan's wife Beline appears and Argan ask for her help with his daughter.

• Beline soothes Argan by indulging him and catering to his illnesses.

Act 1, Scene 7 | Act 1, Scene 8

• Beline admits to agreeing with Toinette regarding the marriage, but scolds Toinette for making...

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