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What did Desdemona promise she will do for Cassio?
She promises to speak to Othello and try to get his job back.
100
What three commands does Othello give at the end of scene 3?
That he will kill Desdemona, Iago will kill Cassio, and Iago will become his new lieutenant.
100
What is a shrift?
a confessional
100
Who is Othello?
The play’s protagonist and hero. A Christian Moor and general of the armies of Venice, Othello is an eloquent and physically powerful figure, respected by all those around him.
100
Explain the quote and tell who it was said by- "No, Iago, I'll see before I doubt, when I doubt, prove, And on the proof, there is no more but this-- Away at once with love or jealousy!"
Othello- When I get proof, I will either let go of the love or the jealousy!
200
What happens to Desdemona's handkerchief?
Othello drops it to the floor and Emilia picks it up, recalling Iago asking her to steal it.
200
Why didn't Iago simply tell Othello right away that Desdemona and Cassio were having an affair?
Because he thinks if he plants the idea in Othello's mind, then he will find his own proof and the believe it.
200
What does beseech mean?
earnestly requests
200
Who is Desdemona?
The daughter of the Venetian senator Brabanzio. As well as Othello's wife.
200
Explain the following quote and tell who it was said by- "Why did I marry? This honest creature doubtless sees and knows more, much more, than he unfolds."
Othello-Why did I ever get married? I am sure this good and honest man sees and knows a lot more than he is letting on.
300
When Othello asks about Desdemona's handkerchief who does she keep bring up?
Cassio
300
What story did Iago tell Othello to make him believe Desdemona and Cassio were having an affair?
That he was sleeping in the same bed as Cassio and heard him having a dream about Desdemona.
300
What does importunity mean?
repeated requests
300
Who is Iago?
Othello’s ensign (a job also known as an ancient or standard-bearer), and the villain of the play.
300
Explain the following quote and tell who it was said by- "Oh, now forever farewell the tranquil mind! Farewell content!"
Othello- Since he believes Desdemona cheated on him, he as given up on all the joyous parts of life.
400
How does Cassio get Desdemona's handkerchief?
Iago places it in his room and Cassio decides he likes it very much so continues to use it.
400
What was Iago's reply when Othello asks if his wife and Cassio are having an affair?
He says that he thinks something is going on but he could be wrong because he is not as smart as Othello. And for Othello to be careful and watch their interactions together.
400
What does castigation mean?
punishment; criticism
400
Who is Cassio?
Othello’s lieutenant. Cassio is a young and inexperienced soldier, whose high position is much resented by Iago.
400
Explain the following quote and tell who it was said by- "I think my wife be honest, and think she is not. I think that thou art just and think thou are not. I will have some proof."
Othello-speaking of Desdemona-She might be guilty, she might be innocent. Either way I need proof.
500
What is a huge turning point in Act III?
Othello turns from being a noble leader into a jealous monster seeking revenge.
500
What is ironic about Iago's Characterization throughout Act III?
Everyone keeps calling him nothing but an honest man, when he is truly the machiavellian villain.
500
What does suborned mean?
induced to commit a bad action or perjury
500
Who is Emilia?
Iago’s wife and Desdemona’s attendant. A cynical, worldly woman, she is deeply attached to her mistress and distrustful of her husband.
500
Explain the following quote and tell it was said by- "They are not ever jealous for the cause, But jealous for they are jealous.'Tis a monster begot upon itself, born on itself."
Emilia-They are never jealous for a reason, they just jealous. It is like a green-eyed monster that just grows and grows, out of nothing.
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