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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What does Beralde believe about Argan's illnesses?
(a) That he will have the same illness.
(b) They they are imaginary.
(c) That they will infect Argan's household.
(d) That they soon will kill Argan.

4. Why does Argan's brother say he has come to see him?
(a) To give him money.
(b) To ask his advice.
(c) To borrow money.
(d) To present a match for Angelique.

5. Which two characters speak of Angelique's "ordained" meeting?
(a) Angelique and Cleante.
(b) Angelique and Toinette.
(c) Beline and Cleante.
(d) Toinette and Beline.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who questions Beline's reasons for threatening Angelique?

2. What does Beralde ask Argan to do in front of the apothecary?

3. Who tells Angelique that Beline is conspiring against her?

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. How is foreshadowing used in the announcement of the arrival of Thomas Diaforus?

2. In Act 1, Scene 6, Argan demonstrates moments of conflict within himself. What is he conflicted about?

3. How is foreshadowing used in Toinette's announcement of a new doctor's arrival?

4. How does Toinette, as the doctor, use flattery to aid in the deception in Act 3, Scene 14?

5. How does Moliere use the diagnosis of Argan to express an opinion on doctors?

6. How does Beralde use Argan's own fears to help further Toinette's plans?

7. How does Beralde use Argan's illness to allow Toinette to leave to find the doctor?

8. How does Beralde further demonstrate his disbelief in Argan's illnesses, once Mr. Purgon leaves?

9. How does Toinette use Argan's illness to keep him away from Angelique's wedding?

10. How is Argan's belief that he is an important man reinforced by the new doctor's appearance?

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