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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom is Alceste in love with?
(a) Célimène.
(b) Acaste.
(c) Éliante.
(d) Philinte.

2. How does Célimène describe Arsinoé in Act 3, Scene 3?
(a) Delicately.
(b) As nice as possible.
(c) Sadly.
(d) Viciously.

3. What is the definition of marquis?
(a) Another name for a judge.
(b) A nobleman ranking below a duke and above an earl.
(c) A sign in front of a movie theater.
(d) A person of great importance.

4. Who quickly changes his or her reaction to Arsinoé when she arrives in Act 3, Scene 4?
(a) Basque.
(b) Philinte.
(c) Célimène.
(d) Éliante.

5. Why does Arsinoe say she came to see Celimene?
(a) She wants to say hi.
(b) Arsinoe wants to have tea with Celimene.
(c) Arsinoe always comes to see Celimene.
(d) She hears someone gossip about Celimene.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Oronte reacts to Alceste's opinion about his sonnet, who intervenes?

2. Upset by all the visitors who have interrupted his conversation with Celimene, Alceste tries to pressure Celimene into doing what?

3. How is Alceste being dishonest in Ace Two, Scene Three?

4. How does Alceste distinguish himself among his company?

5. How does Acaste defend himself in Act Three, Scene One?

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