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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. Which word best describes Celimene's real reputation?
(a) Flirt.
(b) Friendly.
(c) Nice.
(d) Pretty.

2. How does Philinte feel about Oronte's sonnet?
(a) She is indifferent.
(b) It makes her cry.
(c) She praises it.
(d) She despises it.

3. Who goes to see Célimène in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Philinte.
(b) Oronte.
(c) Éliante.
(d) Alceste.

4. Who is Philinte?
(a) A representative from the royal court.
(b) The servant.
(c) Celimene's cousin.
(d) Alcests' brother.

5. Why does Alceste leave in Act One, Scene Three?
(a) He must go to work.
(b) He is not welcome.
(c) He does not like the company.
(d) He is too upset.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the argument, of whom does Celimene say Alceste is jealous?

2. Who defends Célimène in Act 2, Scene 4?

3. While Oronte is reading his sonnet, what does Alceste whisper to Philinte?

4. What does Alceste decide to do when this new man is invited in, in Act Two Scene Three?

5. How does Alceste react to the news of yet another visitor?

(see the answer key)

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