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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During Act One, Scene Three, who is arguing?
(a) Philinte and Oronte.
(b) Alceste and Oronte.
(c) Philinte and Alceste.
(d) Alceste and Celimene.

2. At first, how does Célimène react to Alceste's reaction to the visitor in Act 2, Scene 3?
(a) She throws an angry fit.
(b) She begins to cry.
(c) She says, "Fine, go ahead."
(d) She insists that she wants him to stay.

3. As it appears, how does Célimène string along her suitors?
(a) Dancing.
(b) Telling each of them he is the only one she loves.
(c) Her good looks.
(d) By baking them treats.

4. In Act Two, Scene Three, what does the reader learn about Alceste's position in Celimene's life?
(a) He is dispensable.
(b) He is indespensable.
(c) He is her one true love.
(d) He is only a friend.

5. Whom is Alceste in love with?
(a) Célimène.
(b) Philinte.
(c) Acaste.
(d) Éliante.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of Act 2, Scene 3, what does Celimene finally tell Alceste?

2. Why does Célimène say she is nice to Clitandre?

3. In Act 2, Scene 1, what is a source of contention between Alceste and others?

4. What is one possible reason for Alceste's harsh words about Oronte's sonnet?

5. Who are the two women in Act One, Scene One waiting for?

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