Plot Events
Who first appeals to Desdemona on Cassio’s behalf in Act 3 Scene 1?
Emila
How does Iago manipulate Othello’s perception of Cassio?
By suggesting he is too familiar with Desdemona
Who does Othello call “the fair devil”
Desdemona
What theme is seen in Emilia’s reflection on men in Act 3?
Gender inequality / misogyny
“Give me the ocular proof.”
Othello
What does Desdemona promise Cassio she will do in Act 3 Scene 3?
Speak to Othello until he reinstates him
What emotion dominates Othello in Act 3?
Jealousy
What is the effect of Iago’s use of rhetorical questions in Act 3?
Plants doubt and manipulates Othello
Which theme is embodied in the “green-eyed monster” metaphor?
Jealousy as self-destructive
“Did Michael Cassio, when you woo’d my lady, know of your love?”
Iago
What does Desdemona drop in Act 3 Scene 3?
Her handkerchief
What is Desdemona’s view of Othello throughout Act 3?
Loving and faithful, though confused by his anger
What does Othello mean when he says, “Farewell the tranquil mind”?
He is consumed by jealousy and cannot be at peace
How is the theme of loyalty vs betrayal shown?
Desdemona’s loyalty is mistaken as betrayal
“Pray you, let Cassio be received again.”
Desdemona
What does Iago do with the handkerchief?
Plants it in Cassio’s lodging
What role does Emilia play in helping Iago’s manipulation in Act 3?
She unknowingly aids him by giving him the handkerchief
What does the handkerchief symbolise throughout Act 3?
Fidelity, love, and trust in marriage
How does Act 3 examine the theme of trust?
Othello trusts Iago over Desdemona
“O, blood, blood, blood!”
Othello
What title does Othello give Iago at the end of Act 3 Scene 3?
His new lieutenant
How does Emilia comment on men’s treatment of women in Act 3 Scene 4?
Men use women and then discard them
How does Othello describe Iago during the “ocular proof” scene?
As honest and loyal
Which theme does Desdemona’s persistence for Cassio reflect?
Innocent virtue
“They eat us hungerly, and when they are full, they belch us.”
Emilia