It is clear from the beginning of the play that while Tartuffe is not accepted by mot of Orgon's family members, he continues to live in their house through Orgon's patronage. ... His use of religion to manipulate Orgon is consistent throughout the play, and Orgon is blind to the truth about Tartuffe's character. ... Nonetheless, Tartuffe appears to be eloquent and dignified in this play. ... In conclusion, Orgon is undeniably the primary victim of Tartuffe in the play. ... The play contains many events which are evident in real life situations. ...

• Word Count: 1167
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Moliere's Tartuffe is a comedy. ... In the beginning of the play it opens with Madame Pernelle showing her passion over reason when referring to Tartuffe. ... However, passion took over and Madame Pernelle stood to her believing in Tartuffe to the end of the play; even though Madame Pernelle choose passion or reason, because she believed in Tartuffe. There were other individual in the play that went with reason and did not let their passion take over into accepting Tartuffe. ... However, passion wins in this play, which is the opposite of Moliere's Tartuffe. ...

• Word Count: 786
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School