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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Madame Pernelle say has "fallen from grace" in Act 1?
(a) Elmire.
(b) Orgon.
(c) Damis.
(d) Tartuffe.

2. What is the name of the neighbor Dorine accuses of slandering the family's house in the play?
(a) Daphne.
(b) Ava.
(c) Lilly.
(d) Doris.

3. What is the relationship between Damis and Mariane?
(a) Brother and sister.
(b) Uncle and niece.
(c) Cousins.
(d) Husband and wife.

4. What derogatory name does Madame Pernelle call her servant just before leaving the house in Act 1?
(a) A dog.
(b) A waste.
(c) A slut.
(d) A lass.

5. In Act 1, what ailment does Dorine tell Orgon his wife suffered while he was gone?
(a) A fever and headache.
(b) A fever.
(c) The flu.
(d) Breathing problems.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says, "You've sure got humane sentiments down pat"?

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

3. What does Orgon say when Cleante asks if he will keep his promise at the end of Act 1?

4. Who does Dorine describe as "nuts" in Act 1?

5. What does Cleante say he fears at the end of Act 1?

(see the answer key)

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