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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who calls Tartuffe a "false Capuchin" in the play?
(a) Elmire.
(b) Cleante.
(c) Dorine.
(d) Damis.

2. What does Orgon tell Cleante God told him to do regarding Tartuffe?
(a) Take him into his home.
(b) Feed him.
(c) Give him work.
(d) Clothe him.

3. What term does Mariane refer to Tartuffe as just after her father asks if she will marry him?
(a) A hypocrite.
(b) A rodent.
(c) A recluse.
(d) An imposter.

4. Which of the following does Orgon NOT say regarding Tartuffe during his conversation with Mariane in Act 2?
(a) That he should be her husband.
(b) He warms the heart.
(c) His merits shine like a pearl.
(d) He is handsome.

5. What does Orgon call Dorine when she claims that he is lying about making his daughter marry Tartuffe?
(a) A snake.
(b) A wench.
(c) A rat.
(d) A shrew.

Short Answer Questions

1. What statement does Orgon continually repeat when discussing Tartuffe with Dorine in Act 1?

2. What does Dorine do every time Orgon turns towards her during their argument in Act 2?

3. Which of the following does Orgon NOT say Tartuffe did the first time they met?

4. What is described as "a sly conjecture or a wicked smear"?

5. What does Dorine tell Mariane and Valere they will do to prevent the marriage of Mariane and Tartuffe?

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