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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Toinette see talking to themselves?
(a) Mr. Purgon.
(b) Argan.
(c) Toinette.
(d) Beline.

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

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

4. What relationship does Mr. Purgon accuse Beralde of interfering in?
(a) The physician-patient relationship.
(b) The notary-client relationship.
(c) The brother-brother relationship.
(d) The father-daughter relationship.

5. What does Argan do after hearing the gypsy song?
(a) He bursts into tears.
(b) He insults his brother.
(c) He pays them for their service.
(d) He leaves the room.

6. In Act Three, Scene Six, what warning does Mr. Purgon issue to Argan regarding his health?
(a) That Beline is after his money.
(b) That Argan's brother is after his money.
(c) That he will sue Argan for damages.
(d) That Argan will die without his prescriptions.

7. Who tells Angelique that Beline is conspiring against her?
(a) Toinette.
(b) Mr. de Bonnefoi.
(c) Thomas Diaforus.
(d) Cleante.

8. In Act 1, Scene 3, who leaves the room saying "Back in a minute"?
(a) Toinette.
(b) Mr. Fleurant.
(c) Argan.
(d) Angelique.

9. What does Argan accuses Mr. Purgon of?
(a) Foolishness.
(b) Killing him.
(c) Plotting to steal his money.
(d) Having an affair with Beline.

10. Why doesn't Argan notice his daughters reaction to seeing her music teacher?
(a) Angelique does not react.
(b) He is not in the room.
(c) He is distracted by someone at the door.
(d) He is looking out the window.

11. Why is Argan angry with his brother?
(a) For being younger.
(b) For dismissing the apothacary.
(c) For interfering in his daughter's marriage.
(d) For asking for money.

12. Who suggests to Toinette that Argan get a new doctor?
(a) Cleante.
(b) Beline.
(c) Beralde.
(d) Angelique.

13. Who tells Argan he is "the picture of health"?
(a) Angelique.
(b) Beline.
(c) Cleante.
(d) Toinette.

14. Who does Beline say is only trying to do what's right?
(a) Beline.
(b) Toinette.
(c) Angelique.
(d) Argan.

15. Who states that Angelique's music master is called out of Paris?
(a) Argan.
(b) Angelique.
(c) Toinette.
(d) Cleante.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who initially thinks Angelique's arranged marriage is the wisest thing Argan's ever done?

2. What does Beline say she cannot live without?

3. Who does Beline bring to Argan's house?

4. Who is the person taking many prescriptions?

5. Act 2, Scene 3, what does Toinette say to Argan about his health?

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