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

Short Answer Questions

1. What enrages Beralde even more than Argan's imaginary illnesses?

2. Before the doctor ceremony, what does Argan look at?

3. Whom does the new doctor name as the two worst doctors in Paris without exception?

4. Whom does the new doctor leave to speak to?

5. Who says, "I don't like the idea at all"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Do you believe Argan really thinks he is sick? Why does he create these illnesses for himself?

Essay Topic 2

Moliere states that the purpose of comedy is to correct men by making them laugh. Identify several behaviors or characters that Moliere demonstrates needing correction.

Essay Topic 3

A central theme of this play is the internal struggle of mind versus body. There is credible doubt as to whether Argan is truly sick or if he is imagining his illness. Write an essay discussing another internal conflict presented in the play.

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