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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Beralde tell Argan is an answer to his prayers?

2. Whom does the new doctor call "the worst doctor in Paris, with two exceptions"?

3. Whom does Beline tell to stop making a fuss?

4. What enrages Beralde even more than Argan's imaginary illnesses?

5. Why does Argan first refuse Cleante's proposal?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Several characters in the play overcome obstacles to achieve their goals. Choose one character and write an essay describing the obstacle they face and how they succeed despite it.

Essay Topic 2

Argan's illnesses are a central theme to the play. Write an essay explaining why Argan is constantly deceiving himself into thinking he is ill. What are his motivations for this deception and how does it affect the rest of his family?

Essay Topic 3

Describe an instance in the play when a secret is kept. Is the truth hidden for a noble purpose? Is the objective a selfish one? How does keeping the secret make that character feel? Is lying ever a justifiable action?

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