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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As it appears, how does Célimène string along her suitors?
(a) Telling each of them he is the only one she loves.
(b) Dancing.
(c) By baking them treats.
(d) Her good looks.

2. Based on Celimene's behavior regarding visitors in Act 2, Scene 3, what seems to be most important to Celimene?
(a) Celimene places importance on honesty.
(b) Celimene believes being hypocritical is acceptable.
(c) Celimene believes it is important to let people know how she feels.
(d) Celimene places importance on social matters.

3. Why does Alceste criticize Célimène?
(a) Because he thinks it impresses the others.
(b) He says it is because he truly loves her.
(c) Because he hates her.
(d) Because he thinks she likes that.

4. When confronted by Alceste, what two things does Celimene continue to hide?
(a) Celimene's motives for being friends with Clitandre.
(b) Celimene's love for Philinte.
(c) Eliantes love for Alceste.
(d) Celimene's true motives and intentions.

5. At the end of Act 2, Scene 3, what does Celimene finally tell Alceste?
(a) That Alceste should leave.
(b) That Celimene has decided to marry Clitandre.
(c) That Celimene thinks Alceste is a mean person.
(d) That Celimene no longer loves Alceste.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Alceste's intentions during the conversation with Celimene?

2. How does Celimene speak to Alceste in Act Four, Scene Three regarding her feelings for him?

3. Why does Celimene like visitors?

4. What is Célimène's reaction when she thinks someone is arriving in Act 3, Scene 2?

5. How does Alceste react to the news of yet another visitor?

(see the answer key)

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