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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Célimène tells Alceste he's mad for staying, what does she mean?
(a) He's sad.
(b) He's very upset.
(c) He's angry.
(d) He's crazy.

2. Alceste tells Basque to do what with the person who awaits him?
(a) Send him up.
(b) Lie to him.
(c) Chastise him for coming so late.
(d) Send him away.

3. During the argument with Philinte, what is revealed about Alceste?
(a) That Alceste is not a nice person.
(b) That Philinte is not Alceste's friend.
(c) That Alceste may not be as honest as he believes he is.
(d) That Alceste is not really in love with Celimene.

4. When Clitandre and Acaste speak, whom are they with?
(a) They are with Célimène and Philinte.
(b) They are alone.
(c) They are talking amongst themselves in a large group of people.
(d) They are with Oronte.

5. What does Alceste tell Philinte as he leaves?
(a) He loves her.
(b) Do not follow.
(c) He despises her.
(d) Follow.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Clitandre tease Acaste?

2. Which word best describes Act 2, Scene 5?

3. What does Alceste want Célimène to tell Acaste in Act 2, Scene 2?

4. Against what gossip does Arsinoe defend Celimene?

5. Who laughs at the change in behavior by one character when Arsinoé arrives?

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