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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 5, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Philinte say Alceste's accuser will be harmed?
(a) His reputation will suffer because of the lies.
(b) Célimène will not like him.
(c) He will not be able to look in the mirror.
(d) His poetry will suffer.

2. Who wonders aloud why would Alceste would want to take a more official role in court?
(a) Acaste.
(b) Célimène.
(c) Alceste.
(d) Éliante.

3. Why is Arsinoe eager to be alone with Alceste?
(a) It is fun to be with Alceste.
(b) Arsinoe wants to gossip about Celimene.
(c) Arsinoe does not like crowds.
(d) Arsinoe is in love with Alceste.

4. During Act 2, Scene 5 what is Alceste awaiting for?
(a) Célimène's judgment.
(b) The sunset.
(c) The other suitors to arrive.
(d) The arrival of someone in a uniform.

5. What does Alceste think of his accuser?
(a) He tells the truth.
(b) He is under pressure.
(c) He is delusional.
(d) He is a liar.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Act 5, Scene 1 opens, who are Alceste and Philinte waiting for?

2. What surprises Alceste during his conversation with Basque in Act 2, Scene 5?

3. How does Alceste know that Celimene has been unfaithful to him?

4. How does Alceste respond to Arsinoe's suggestion that he play a more official role at court?

5. As Act 3, Scene 1 opens, who does Clitandre ask if they are content?

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