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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 3, Scene 12, what does Toinette promise Argan before she leaves the room?

2. Whom does Toinette believe loves Argan with all her heart?

3. Whom does Toinette say is too young to know if they love or hate?

4. Who says they know Argan from "head to toe"?

5. Who remarks, "It's not a likeness, it's the same face!"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay detailing how Argan is easily fooled. Is it because of his willingness to agree with anything that supports his belief that he is ill? Is it because of the quality of the deception?

Essay Topic 2

The importance of education is a focal point for Argan and others in the play. Discuss the importance of education in today's society. How does in compare to the era of the play?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss whether or not it is ethical for a doctor to treat a patient that is not actually ill. If the outcome of the treatment is positive, does the doctor still have an obligation to be truthful? What are the moral implications of Dr. Purgon and Thomas Diaforus and his father treating Argan?

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