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Act 3 Scene 4
Act 3 Scene 4
Act 4 Scene 1
Act 4 Scene 1
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Who is responsible for Othello's jealousy over the lost handkerchief?
Iago.
100
True or False: Emilia knowingly helped Iago frame Desdemona?
False.
100
What is the cause of Othello's epileptic fit?
The discussion he had with Iago about Desdemona and Cassio's "afair."
100
Why is Bianca angry with Cassio?
She thinks Cassio has been unfaithful to her.
200
What advice does Iago give to Cassio in regards to getting his job back?
To talk to Desdemona and get her on his side in favor of gaining her help.
200
From who did Othello receive the handkerchief he gave to Desdemona?
His mother.
200
Why does Iago tell Othello to hide while he speaks to Cassio?
So he can inquire about Cassio and Desdemona's current "affair."
200
What plans does Othello make with Iago after coming to the conclusion that Desdemona is cheating on him with Cassio?
To murder both Cassio and Desdemona.
300
What does Cassio ask Bianca to do with the handkerchief?
Copy the design on the handkerchief.
300
How does Iago trick Othello into thinking Cassio is gloating and bragging about his affair with Desdemona?
Iago speaks to Cassio about Bianca (his lady friend), making it seem like he's referring to Desdemona.
300
While reading the letters from the Duke, Othello becomes enraged. What does he do that shocks everyone?
He hits Desdemona.
400
When Othello demands proof that Desdemona is cheating on him with Cassio, what lie does Iago present?
He says he heard Cassio talking in his sleep about sleeping with Desdemona.
400
What does Roderigo complain to Iago about?
That he feels no closer to being with Desdemona.
500
Why didn't Iago simply tell Othello right away that Desdemona and Cassio were having an affair?
To plant the seed of doubt.
500
What does Iago convince Roderigo he must do in order to be with Desdemona?
He must kill Cassio.