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

Short Answer Questions

1. After Philinte confesses his love for Eliante, who comes in the room?

2. Who wants Alceste to pack up and leave?

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

4. Who does Alceste say he never seeks comfort with?

5. How does Celimene response to the demands of Oronte and Alceste?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Moliere implies that Celimene is the prettiest woman in the story. If Celimene is so beautiful, why is Philinte attracted to Eliante? What personality traits does Philinte have that would:

1. Make Celimene unattractive to him?

2. Make Alceste his best friend?

3. Make him hold back from expressing his true feelings to Eliante until absolutely necessary?

Essay Topic 2

What two things does the reader learn from the argument between Philine and Alceste? Identify the points in the argument that lead the reader to this discovery. Why does the author use an argument to make his point? Can he express these issues in a different way?

Essay Topic 3

How do you explain the extreme negativity and irritability of Alceste's character? What signs in the play indicate depression? Be sure to explain whether he is clinically depressed or if his perceptions are the reason for his behavior.

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