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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Toinette thank for creating Thomas Diaforus?
(a) His father.
(b) French society.
(c) Education.
(d) Good fortune.

2. To whom does Argan wish his fortune to go to upon his death?
(a) His children.
(b) His wife.
(c) His doctor.
(d) His servant.

3. What does Argan accuses Mr. Purgon of?
(a) Killing him.
(b) Foolishness.
(c) Plotting to steal his money.
(d) Having an affair with Beline.

4. Whom does Louison say was in Angelique's room?
(a) The music teacher.
(b) Thomas Diaforus.
(c) Toinette.
(d) Beline.

5. Who accompanies Mr. Diaforus to Argan's home?
(a) His daughter.
(b) Argan's doctor.
(c) The music teacher.
(d) His son.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 10, who does Beline accuse of listening at the door?

2. Who tells Argan he is "the picture of health"?

3. How are the gypsy's dressed that accompany Beralde?

4. Who is told to wait with Angelique for an announcement?

5. What does Argan think of the gypsy song?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain how the plot element of secrecy is introduced in Act 1, Scene 3.

2. How does Angelique's initial reaction to her father's death show her true feelings?

3. How does Argan's selfishness come to light, even in his new found realizations about Angelique's feelings?

4. What is the reason that Mr. Purgon cut all ties with Argan once his prescription was refused?

5. How can we tell that Louison is loyal to Angelique?

6. How is the author's use of irony exhibited in Toinette's comments about Argan's health?

7. How does Argan's desire to have his children cut out of his will further demonstrate his obsession with his illnesses?

8. How does the doctor deflect Argan's inquiries about his resemblance to Toinette?

9. How does Toinette, as the doctor, use her deception to aid Angelique?

10. How does Angelique's indifference to her stepmother's selfish intent show the depth of her feelings for Cleante?

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