Characters
This character is a Moorish general in the Venetian army.
Othello
This theme is the central conflict of the play.
Jealousy
The play is set in this Italian city.
Venice
What important event happens to Othello in Act 1, Scene 3?
Othello is appointed governor of Cyprus.
Shakespeare was born in this English town.
Stratford-upon-Avon
This character is the wife of Othello.
Desdemona
This theme is explored through Desdemona's unwavering love for Othello.
Love
The play also takes place on this island.
Cyprus
What is the first major lie that Lago tells Othello?
Lago tells Othello that Cassio has slept with Desdemona.
Shakespeare wrote this many plays.
37
This character is the villain of the play, who manipulates Othello.
Lago
This theme is explored through Iago's manipulation of Othello.
Deception
This is the time period in which the play is set.
16th century
What does Iago convince Roderigo to do in Act 1, Scene 3?
Lago convinces Roderigo to give him money to help him win Desdemona's love.
This is Shakespeare's most famous tragedy.
Hamlet
This character is Othello's loyal lieutenant.
Cassio
This theme is a recurring motif throughout the play.
Reputation
This is the social context of the play.
Venetian society
What other dream does Iago falsely attribute to Cassio?
Lago tells Othello that Cassio has dreamt of Desdemona
This is the name of the famous theater where Shakespeare's plays were performed.
The Globe Theatre
This character is the governor of Cyprus.
Brabantio
This theme is evident in Othello's tragic downfall.
Hubris
This is the political context of the play.
Military conflict with the Turks
What does Othello ask Desdemona to do in Act 3, Scene 3?
Othello asks Desdemona to ask Cassio for his commission.
This is the name of Shakespeare's theater company.
The Lord Chamberlain's Men