| A terrible storm destroys _________ | the Turkish Army’s fleet |
| Iago convinces Roderigo that Cassio will _______ | lose his reputation if he fights |
| While Cassio is on guard duty, he is made _______ | drunk and provoked to fight |
| Othello dismisses Cassio for _______ | fighting with Montano |
| Iago advises Cassio to regain favor by ______ | pleading with Desdemona |
| What happens to the threat of a Turkish invasion of Cyprus? | the threat disappears as all of the Turkish ships were destroyed in a storm |
| What nonliteral purpose does the storm play in the story? | allows Shakespeare to focus on the drama between Othello, Iago, Cassio, and Desdemona. Eliminates a possible plot complication |
| Why does Shakespeare move the action of his play from Venice to Cyprus? | Venice is very sophisticated, whereas Cyprus is more relaxed and wild… allows for the crazy plot to develop without problems |
| How does Montano react to the news that Othello is about to take his place as governor of Cyprus? | Montano is happy and pleased. Thinks that Othello is a worthy man and honored to give his position to him |
| What do Cassio’s actions in Act II, Scene I tell us about his character? | Cassio is a very touchy-feely person, especially when it comes to women… Iago notices this and wants to take advantage of it |
| What judgements does Iago pass on women in his conversation with Desdemona and Emilia? What is the purpose of his statements? | states that women are all faithless and never satisfied with what they have. This showcases Iago’s character and his terrible attitude |
| What happens during the meeting between Roderigo and Iago at the end of Scene I? | Iago fully explains his plan and reasonings in this meeting… wants to frame Cassio and play to Othello’s jealous nature… believes Othello slept with his wife |
| How does Iago bring about Cassio’s dismissal? | he convinces Roderigo to provoke a drunk Cassio and start a fight. Hurts Montano and Othello finds out |
| How does Iago manipulate Cassio after the lieutenant’s humiliating dismissal? | convinces Cassio to appeal to Desdemona for Othello to reinstate his position. Will make it seem like Cassio and Desdemona are together |
| How does Shakespeare develop the theme of illusion and reality in Act II? | Iago’s deception and twisting of the events that are actually occurring into something that benefits him… Iago is inventing a false world for Othello |
Othello Act II Questions
July 20, 2019