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

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Dorine give Damis for not allowing him to hide in the room while Elmire and Tartuffe speak in Act 3?

2. What does Tartuffe tell Elmire most of his prayers have been geared to during their private conversation in Act 3?

3. How does Tartuffe react when Elmire first begins telling him of her passion for him during their private conversation in Act 4?

4. Where does Tartuffe place his hand on Elmire that causes her to become alarmed during their private conversation in Act 3?

5. Who says, "Don't put on that scrupulous air while your actions injure a rightful heir"?

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 and analyze the internal struggles between the members of the family in the play. What factors are to blame for these struggles?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the role of the character Madame Pernelle in the play. What is her purpose? What might she be representative of in terms of society?

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