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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Alceste state the other suitors does not do if they truly love Celimene?
(a) Pressure her.
(b) Aruge between themselves.
(c) Smother her.
(d) Encourage her faults.

2. Who does Célimène say Arsinoé is especially jealous of her for in Act 3, Scene 3?
(a) Alceste.
(b) Acaste.
(c) Philinte.
(d) Basque.

3. What does Alceste decide about the fine he receives in the court case?
(a) He will pay half of it.
(b) He will ask the public to help him raise money to pay it.
(c) He will not pay it.
(d) He will pay it to show everyone how corrupt the system is.

4. Why is Alceste grieving in Act Two, Scene One?
(a) He is facing court charges.
(b) Celimene may not love him.
(c) Philinte may not love him.
(d) A dear friend just passed away.

5. Why does Celimene like visitors?
(a) Visitors are good for Celimene's business.
(b) Celimene likes to see her friends.
(c) Celimene likes the attention.
(d) Celimene does not like visitors.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Philinte, when does Alceste complain?

2. Which word best describes Celimene's real reputation?

3. At the beginning of Act Five, SceneOne, who are Alceste and Philinte waiting for?

4. What does Arsinoe think about Alceste's relationship with Celimene?

5. During Act 2 Scene 4, how does Celimene react to Alceste's pressuring her into a decision?

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