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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Orgon say when Cleante asks if he will keep his promise at the end of Act 1?
(a) "Farewell".
(b) "It is certain".
(c) "Possibly".
(d) "It is likely".

2. Which of the following does Orgon NOT say Tartuffe did the first time they met?
(a) Kneeling.
(b) Sang.
(c) Weeping.
(d) Smiling.

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

4. What does Tartuffe tell his servant to "lock up" before dismissing him in Act 3?
(a) His books and papers.
(b) His hat and cane.
(c) His shoes and pants.
(d) His hair shirt and scourge.

5. What does Orgon say his money could help Tartuffe accomplish during his conversation with Dorine in Act 2?
(a) Clothe and feed him.
(b) Clear his debts.
(c) Restore his land and remove his liens.
(d) Give him a home.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Orgon claim Tartuffe has a "powerful love" for that makes him renounce wealth?

2. Who calls Tartuffe a "false Capuchin" in the play?

3. What is Mariane's response to Orgon when he asks her if she will marry Tartuffe in Act 2?

4. Finish the sentence: "But I've just heard word of this marriage, and I trust it is only ____."

5. What is the name of Tartuffe's servant?

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