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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. To whom does Argan wish his fortune to go to upon his death?

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

4. Why does Argan say he arranged for Angelique's marriage?

5. What profession does Argan believe is best for a future son-in-law?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Toinette dismiss Argan's fears that Louison hates him?

2. How does Toinette, as the doctor, use her deception to aid Angelique?

3. How is it demonstrated that Toinette is a trusted employee?

4. As Angelique leaves, how do Argan's actions show his selfishness increasing?

5. What does Beralde say about Beline that agrees with an earlier statement made by Toinette?

6. How does the doctor deflect Argan's inquiries about his resemblance to Toinette?

7. In Act 3, Scene 18, in addition to the discovery of Beline's motives, what other information is revealed about her marriage to Argan?

8. How does Argan's illness affect his realization of Angelique's feelings towards him?

9. Why did Argan mysteriously leave the room for the second time in the play?

10. How does Cleante's presence aid in Angelique's portrayal of remorse at her father's death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Who is it that is the master of the house? Who holds the deciding power? Which characters gain or lose influence over the household in the course of the play?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Argan with Beralde, especially in their final confrontation.

Essay Topic 3

Does desire and obsession cloud the ability to see the truth? What examples in the play demonstrate a desire that clouds someone's judgment or encourages them to act a certain way?

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