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

Short Answer Questions

1. What new profession does Beralde suggest for Argan?

2. Whom does the new doctor refer to as both charming and pretty?

3. What does the new doctor tell Toinette he is not certain of?

4. What body parts does the new doctor suggest Argan have removed?

5. How does the new doctor refer to Thomas Diaforus?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Devotion plays a key role in "The Imaginary Invalid". There is Angelique's devotion to Cleante, Argan's devotion to his illnesses and Beline's devotion to Argan's fortune to name a few. Is Moliere making the statement that devotion is always or never rewarded? What other characters in the play exhibit this characteristic and is their reward for their devotion?

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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