Plot Twist
This character first reveals Othello’s secret marriage to Brabantio.
Who is Iago?
Iago crudely tells Brabantio that his daughter and Othello are “making the beast with” this.
What is two backs?
Othello’s military role is this.
What is general?
This is the reason Roderigo listens to Iago.
What is he loves Desdemona?
Brabantio warns Othello that Desdemona may do this to him.
What is deceive him?
Brabantio claims Desdemona was deceived into marriage through this kind of unnatural force.
What is witchcraft or black magic?
The sea is used as an image of power and danger when describing this nation’s movement.
What is the Turkish fleet?
Cassio is promoted to this position.
What is lieutenant?
Iago is angry because this man got promoted over him.
Who is Cassio?
The Duke says Othello is “more fair than black,” showing this contrast.
What is Othello’s nobility versus his race?
The Duke first hears Brabantio’s complaint but is actually gathered for this urgent reason.
What is the Turkish threat to Cyprus?
Desdemona “saw Othello’s visage in his ____.”
What is “mind”?
Iago’s job under Othello is this.
What is ensign or “ancient”?
Brabantio thinks Desdemona married Othello because of this.
What is witchcraft or magic?
Iago is called “honest Iago,” but he is really this.
What is deceitful?
Othello proves his innocence in marrying Desdemona by telling this story.
What is the story of his life and adventures?
Iago says he will follow Othello only to serve this hidden purpose.
What is his own self-interest?
The Duke needs Othello because of this skill.
What is his military leadership?
Othello trusts that the Duke will listen to him because of this.
What is his honor and service to Venice?
Othello says he is not good at speaking, but the Duke sees this instead.
What is eloquence (good speech)?
This surprising action shows Desdemona’s independence before the Duke.
What is speaking publicly in defense of her marriage to Othello?
Brabantio calls Desdemona a “jewel,” showing this belief about her.
What is that she is his property or treasure?
he Venetians’ enemy at the start of the play is this group.
Who are the Turks?
Iago says he will pretend to serve Othello but really serve this.
What is himself?
Desdemona chooses to go with Othello to Cyprus, which foreshadows this.
What is her tragic fate/death with Othello?