| What are stock characters? | a character based on traits and characteristics of a stereotype |
| Why use stock characters? | relatable, likable, guaranteed reaction |
| Iago- | the ‘malcontent’- the character discontent with the social structure and characters in the play and is often a commentator on the action. Part of Machiavellianism- the employment of cunning and duplicity in general conduct |
| Machiavellian | A Machiavellian character is a person that has the characteristics and qualities presented in Niccolo Machiavelli’s book “The Prince.”. These characteristics include cunning, scheming and lying rather than morality |
English Literature- OTHELLO CONTEXT- Stock Characters
September 1, 2019