What does Tartuffe say to Monsieur?
Thrust from his home like a beggarly louse. Monsieur, . . . Tartuffe. It is now, Monsieur, half past three: And you must excuse me for my absence. [ He leaves.] Cleante. Ah! Dorine [ to Cleante ]. Please, sir, help us help her, for pity's sake. Is the cause of all this awful grieving. Here he comes. Let's join forces, I beg you,
How did Tartuffe betray himself?
Tartuffe betrayed himself by accusing you, And, in divine justice, revealed his true Colors to the Prince as an infamous cad Whose deeds under another name were so bad That the record they made was wholly black And Satan might use them as his almanac.
What does Tartuffe say to Elmire?
Tartuffe [ pressing the tips of her fingers ]. Yes, madam, it's true; my devotion is such . . . Elmire. You're hurting me. Tartuffe. Passion pushes me too much. And I would rather . . . [ He puts his hand on her knee.] Elmire. Why is your hand there? Tartuffe. I'm feeling your dress. Such fine dimity! Elmire. Oh! Please let me go.
What do you pray to Tartuffe?
Tartuffe [ observing Dorine ]. Laurent, lock up my hair shirt and my scourge, And pray for freedom from each carnal urge. To share my alms with the poor souls in prison. Dorine [ aside ]. Such affectation and boastful behavior!