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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the argument, of whom does Celimene say Alceste is jealous?
(a) The people in the court.
(b) The whole world.
(c) Oronte.
(d) Philinte.

2. How does Oronte show his friendship to the man on the street in Act One, Scene Two?
(a) With a kiss.
(b) With a nod.
(c) With a hug.
(d) With a handshake.

3. What does Alceste think about honesty?
(a) That you should never be honest if it hurts someone's feelings.
(b) Honesty is not important.
(c) That you should always be honest.
(d) That you should be honest most times.

4. Where does Act One, Scene One open?
(a) In England.
(b) In America.
(c) In Germany.
(d) In Paris.

5. Who tries to intervene between Oronteo and Alceste in Act One, Scene Two?
(a) The servant.
(b) Celimene.
(c) Philinte.
(d) Eliante.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 2, Scene 1, what is a source of contention between Alceste and others?

2. Why does Célimène say she is nice to Clitandre?

3. What is Célimène accused of in terms of love?

4. What is the relationship between Alceste and Philiminte?

5. Who is Alceste jealous of?

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