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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. To whom does Argan promise Angelique's hand in marriage?
(a) Cleante.
(b) Beline.
(c) Thomas Diaforus.
(d) Mr. Fleurant.

3. In Act 3, Scene 13, whom does Toinette say to the new doctor that he will find waiting inside?
(a) Angelique.
(b) Mr. Purgon.
(c) Beralde.
(d) Argan.

4. Act 2, Scene 3, what does Toinette say to Argan about his health?
(a) That he is very ill and looks it.
(b) That he is looking well.
(c) That he will soon be dead.
(d) That he is not contagious.

5. What is Argan adding up in the beginning of the play?
(a) Money.
(b) Freckles.
(c) Medical bills.
(d) Beans.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says, "When the surgeon comes, send him away."?

2. What does Beline say she cannot live without?

3. What subject does Beralde bring up once the new doctor is gone?

4. As the play beings, which character does Argan chastise aloud, but is not present in the room?

5. Who is Argan calling for when he shouts "Come quick. I'm dying!"?

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