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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Beralde call Argan a fool?
(a) For believing the obvious lies of Mr. Purgon.
(b) For hiding money in his rooms.
(c) For putting up with Toinette's insolence.
(d) For marrying Angelique to an idiot.

2. What kind of mixture does Mr. Purgon say he prepared for Argan?
(a) A special and extraordinary mixture.
(b) A mysterious mixture.
(c) A mythical mixture.
(d) A mixture of untold strength.

3. How does Toinette plan to help Angelique marry Cleante?
(a) By helping Angelique escape.
(b) By agreeing with Argan.
(c) By exposing Thomas Diaforus faults.
(d) By advocating Cleante's virtues.

4. In Act 3, Scene 16, whom does Toinette say just arrived home and is coming to the room?
(a) Angelique.
(b) Beline.
(c) Mr. Purgon
(d) Louison.

5. What is the relationship between Mr. Purgon and Mr. Fleurant?
(a) Mr. Fluerant is Mr. Purgon's assistant.
(b) Mr. Fluerant is Mr. Purgon's uncle.
(c) Mr. Purgon is Mr. Fleurant's uncle.
(d) Mr. Purgon is Mr. Fleurant's assistant.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Mr. Diaforus?

2. Why is Cleante invited to meet Angelique's fiance?

3. Why doesn't Argan notice his daughters reaction to seeing her music teacher?

4. Who accompanies Mr. Diaforus to Argan's home?

5. When does Argan say Angelique will be married?

(see the answer key)

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