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In act 1 scene 1 what reason does Iago give for hating Othello? What are all of the charges that he makes against his general? He chose Cassio over him to be second commander, when he was the one who…

In the opening scene of the play, Roderigo is unhappy with Iago because… Iago approves of Othello’s marriage Iago believes he is a better choice for lieutenant than Cassio because… Cassio is “book smart” Othello’s place in Venice can best…

After Iago lied and told Othello that Cassio confessed going to bed with Desdemona, what advice does he give the overwhelmed Othello? He tells Othello to kill Desdemona and he will take care of Cassio. What happens to Othello in…

What was Iago’s complaint in Scene I? Iago has been passed over for a promotion. Cassio got the promotion to Lieutenant even though Iago had more time in service as a soldier. Cassio got the promotion over Iago because his…

What happened to the Turkish fleet? The Turkish fleet was destroyed due to a terrible storm at sea. Iago continued to watch Desdemona communicate with Cassio at the dock. Why was he watching with such intent. When Cassio kissed Desdemona’s…

Act 1 Scene 1 Iago and Rodrigo get mad at Othello so they tell Barbantio that his daughter is married to Othello. Act 1 Scene 2 Barbantio arrests Othello. Act 1 Scene 3 The Duke finds out that the Turkish…

What happened to the Turkish army? There was a strong storm that caused a lot of their ships to break and they had to abort their mission. How is Othello viewed in Cyprus? How do you know? He’s very welcomed…

Kent 1.1.1-2: ‘I thought the…’ I thought the King had more affected the Duke of Albany than Cornwall. Gloucester 1.1.3-4: ‘…in the division…’ …in the division of the kingdom… Gloucester 1.1.8-10: ‘His breeding hath…’ His breeding hath been at my…

O’Toole – structure “the whole point of the play’s structure” is “the overwhelming sense of injustice” O’Toole – morality “there is no simple sense of morality” O’Toole – loyalty “the traditional morality of loyalty… is no longer of much use”…

Reserve thy state,And in thy best consideration checkThis hideous rashness. Answer my life my judgment,Thy youngest daughter does not love thee least,Nor are those empty-hearted whose low soundReverb no hollowness. (1.1.167-173) After Lear foolishly disowns Cordelia, Kent stands up and…