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Some say Orgon became infatuated with Tartuffe because he wanted greater control over his family (or perhaps himself). What do …
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In Act II, Scene 2, why do you think Dorine purposely goads Orgon into losing his temper? What can she …
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Do you think the deluded characters really learn to behave reasonably? Does reason really triumph at the end? Name …
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Why do you think Orgon waits so long to come out of hiding in Act IV (286-292)? In Act …
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When Tartuffe confesses his crimes (259-60), do you think he’s sincere? (Does he really confess?) Why or why not? Why …
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Do you think Tartuffe is really a hypocrite? Does he think he’s a hypocrite? What do you think motivates him? …
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What reasons could Molière have for mixing the language of love and religion in Tartuffe’s speeches to Elmire (247-254; …
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What are some reasons why Mariane does not actively resist her father’s plan to marry her to Tartuffe? As …
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What do you think Molière thinks of religion? Could his critics have been partially right—that his play might in …
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Try to pick a ruling passion for each major character in the play and defend your choice. For example …
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