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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the last line of the play?

2. To whom does Argan say he wishes Angelique to go to a nunnery?

3. What does Angelique say is more than she can bear?

4. What does Beralde tell Argan is an answer to his prayers?

5. Once the new doctor leaves, who discusses the resemblance of the doctor to Toinette?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the central themes of the play is that reality and appearances are hard to tell apart. Discuss instances of this occurring in the play and what you think Moliere is trying to say through this theme.

Essay Topic 2

Secrecy is a recurring device used throughout the play. Write an essay detailing how one of the characters in the play hides their true intentions or motives. Why do they keep their motives secret? Is their secrecy successful in achieving their goal?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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