Scene V
Orgon and Elmire are trying to find a box that Tartuffe hid somewhere. The box contains important papers that would get Orgon in trouble if other people saw them. After searching for awhile, Orgon and Elmire give up the search and conclude that Tartuffe might have taken them with him. He might also have moved to a different location altogether. Orgon is still in shock about Tartuffe’s true character. He did not think that anyone could be so deceitful and cunning. Orgon promises that he will get revenge on him someday. Damis comes in and offers to murder Tartuffe. He is also angered by Tartuffe’s cruelness. Cleante, alarmed by Orgon and Damis’ conversation, tells them that they should practice some self control.

