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

Short Answer Questions

1. Finish the sentence: May Heaven forever in its great bounty grant you good health both in soul and _______."

2. What does Orgon refer to Dorine, Cleante, Mariane, and Elmire's suggestions that Tartuffe is an imposter in Act 4?

3. Who says, "Your desires are too quick to ignite, and you mustn't let passion be overdone"?

4. What does Dorine tell Tartuffe she believes is "out of fashion" in Act 3?

5. Who does Damis refer to as a "vulgar coxcomb" in Act 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the author's use of struggle in the character's actions and words in the play. What reasons does he have for presenting the character's actions and words in such contrast with one another?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of loyalty in the play. Who is genuinely loyal? Who, and in what manner, do some characters feign loyalty? What significance is present by including both loyal and disloyal characters?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the concept of hypocrisy that is presented in the play. What might the author be saying in terms of hypocrisy and religion?

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