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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Cleante tell Tartuffe he believes his arguments seem like at the beginning of Act 4?

2. Who does Orgon say will be his only legal heir at the end of Act 3?

3. What name does Orgon frequently address when speaking to Tartuffe near the end of Act 3?

4. What does Elmire say "aids in our misdirection" when planning her scheme against Tartuffe with Dorine in Act 4?

5. What does Elmire ask Tartuffe to do when he first enters the room in Act 4?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

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 nature of trust in the play. Which characters are presented as trustworthy, and which are not? What purpose does the author have in presenting trust in this way?

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