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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Acaste defend himself in Act Three, Scene One?
(a) He thinks he is more handsome than the others.
(b) He states he is no different than other men.
(c) He states he is not like other men.
(d) He states he is much wealthier than the others.

2. Why does Célimène say she is nice to Clitandre?
(a) Because he is influential in court.
(b) Because he is wealthy.
(c) Because he buys her pretty gifts.
(d) Because he is governor.

3. Who tries to smooth things over in Act Two, Scene Six?
(a) Philinte.
(b) Acaste.
(c) Clitandre.
(d) Alceste.

4. How does Alceste answer Oronte in Act 1, Scene 2 after they first meet?
(a) He turns away.
(b) He yells at back at him.
(c) He says their friendship needs time to grow.
(d) He apologizes him.

5. Who is Clitandre?
(a) A man who helped Oronte write his sonnet.
(b) A police officer.
(c) A friend of Philinte.
(d) A man who is influential in court.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the character go during Act Two, Scene Four?

2. Which word best describes the symbolism of Alceste's visitor arriving just as he is waiting for Celimene's judgment on their relationship?

3. In Act 2, Scene 3, which sentence best describes Celimene's attitude towards Alceste?

4. What does Celimene threaten to do if Alceste continues being suspicious of her?

5. When hugged by a man on the street, why does Philinte say he responded so politely?

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