4. Alceste has just decided to stay at Celimene's to see which suitor she sends home first. Why is Alceste the first to leave, and what was the reaction of Philinte and Celimene's other suitors?

5. In Act Three, Scene Five, how does Arsinoe act around Alceste?

6. How does Celimene react to Oronte and Alceste's request for the truth in Act Five, Scene Two?

7. Besides the court case, describe what else we learn about Alceste's life in Act 1, Scene 1?

8. What is the overall feeling in this Act Two, Scene Five?

9. What is the problem with Alceste being so understanding if Celimene chooses not to speak?

10. Why is it ironic that Alceste is upset with Celimene talking about the members of the royal court?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At times, Alceste seems angry at Celimene. What is the reason for this? What are his true feelings? Why can't he handle his true feelings? Explain your answer.

Essay Topic 2

What two things does the reader learn from the argument between Philine and Alceste? Identify the points in the argument that lead the reader to this discovery. Why does the author use an argument to make his point? Can he express these issues in a different way?

Essay Topic 3

Provide a short discussion about Alceste's court case. What is it concerning? Who is involved? How does he feel about it? Why does he refuse legal councils?

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