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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. What is one possible reason for Alceste's harsh words about Oronte's sonnet?
(a) The sonnet is obviously written for Celimene, the woman Alceste loves.
(b) Alceste does not like poetry.
(c) Alceste wants to teach Oronte a lesson about honesty.
(d) Philinte tells Alceste to be critical of the sonnet.

2. When hugged by a man on the street, why does Philinte say he responded so politely?
(a) So he would not offend Alceste.
(b) To teach Alceste a lesson about politeness.
(c) So he would not offend the man.
(d) Because he is a nice guy.

3. In Act 2, Scene 4, two marquis enter the room. Who are they?
(a) Clitandre and Acaste.
(b) Philinte and Alceste.
(c) Philinte and Acaste.
(d) Oronte and Clitandre.

4. How does Alceste distinguish himself among his company?
(a) His financial status.
(b) His high intelligence.
(c) His high principles.
(d) His wisdom.

5. What does Oronte's sonnet say about Celimene's kindness towards him?
(a) That she is always nice to him.
(b) That she is kind to love him.
(c) That she says kind things to him.
(d) That her kindness is not kind at all.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Alceste unable to do for others or for himself?

2. Célimène seems to care deeply about saving what in Act 2, Scene2?

3. What is the relationship between Alceste and Philinte?

4. Why does Celimene accept the new visitor?

5. Why does Basque answer the door at Celimene's house?

(see the answer key)

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