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Themes and Characters in Tartuffe

Themes and Characters in Tartuffe

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Interactive Video

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English

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9th - 10th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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In Act 1 of 'Tartuffe', Madame Pernelle criticizes each member of Orgon's household, dismissing their concerns about Tartuffe, whom she defends. The family discusses Tartuffe's deceit and Orgon's blind infatuation with him, highlighting the play's theme of hypocrisy. Orgon, once a wise servant of the king, is now under Tartuffe's spell, neglecting his family and indulging Tartuffe's desires.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Madame Pernelle's opinion of her son Orgon's household?

She praises their virtues.

She criticizes their flaws.

She is indifferent to them.

She ignores their behavior.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do Damis and Dorine describe Tartuffe?

As a generous benefactor.

As a hypocritical deceiver.

As a loyal friend.

As a wise philosopher.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Madame Pernelle think about the family's social activities?

They are too secretive.

They are too extravagant.

They are too frequent.

They are too modest.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do Cléante and Dorine agree on regarding Orgon?

He is wiser than his mother.

He is more deceived by Tartuffe.

He is suspicious of Tartuffe.

He is indifferent to Tartuffe.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has Tartuffe established in Orgon's house?

A peaceful retreat.

A strict regime.

A charitable organization.

A festive atmosphere.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What societal issue does Molière's play highlight?

Economic inequality.

Political corruption.

Religious hypocrisy.

Cultural diversity.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change has occurred in Orgon's behavior?

He has become more generous.

He has become more reclusive.

He has become infatuated with Tartuffe.

He has become more authoritative.

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