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TOPIC: Othello by William Shakespeare
Aim # 26: How can we utilize close reading skills to improve comprehension of Othello?
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Homework Othello Act 4 scene 1 guide questions - Due TODAY 10/17
Othello Act 1 & 2 Test Corrections - Friday 10/18 Vocabulary Test on words #16-30 - Monday 10/20
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Othello promises the Duke and Venetian council that he will not neglect his duties as general if his wife Desdemona is allowed to accompany him to Cyprus. He is so confident in himself that if he breaks this promise he will retire and turn his helmet into what?
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Let's Take the Red Pen Challenge!
You have the opportunity to add 2 points onto your TDR grade if you do the following:
1) Highlight each quote in one color.
2) Highlight each analysis in another color.
3) Review your analysis. If you connect the quote to a writing strategy write the number 1 and put a check.
If you did not connect the quote to a writing strategy write the number 1 and put an "X".
If you are not sure that you connected the quote to a writing strategy, write the number 1 and put a "?"
4) Review your analysis. If you connect the quote to your central idea write the number 2 and put a check.
If you did not connect the quote to your central idea write the number 2 and put an "X".
If you are not sure that you connected the quote to your central idea, write the number 2 and put a "?"
5) Draw a box around your central idea
6) Using the blank rubric, read through your TDR and grade it accordingly using circles.
7) Exchange your paper with a partner. Have them grade your paper using the same rubric but instead of circles, place a dot in the appropriate boxes.
8) Over the weekend using a different color pen, make the appropriate changes directly on your TDR.
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1. advocacy I am an advocate for civil rights because I believe everyone should be equal.
2. affinity I have an affinity for Peter because I've known him for so long and he is a great guy.
3. agile To successfully rob the bank, the thief needs to be agile to get away quickly.
4. alacrity The students lacked alacrity when they walked into the classroom Monday morning after the long vacation. They were not happy to be there.
5. beguile The car salesman beguiled the man into buying a car with a lot of miles on it.
6. bestial The soldier attacked the enemy in a bestial way by chopping his head off.
7. bestow The queen bestowed power to the knight after he slayed the dragon.
8. candid Hugo is a very candid person who will always tell you exactly how he feels.
The man took a candid photo that we did not have time to pose for.
9. castigate The bully castigated the new student and made him feel extremely depressed.
10. consecrate Romeo and Juliet consecrated their love to each other by getting married.
11. desolate When I was in Boy Scouts we went camping in a desolate place with no one around.
12. discern North and South Korea are discerned by a border.
It was difficult to discern if the man was telling truth because he had a reputation for lying.
13. enmesh My comb became enmeshed in my hair because it was full of knots.
The fly became enmeshed in the spiders web.
14. entreaty I entered an entreaty with the judge for a reduced sentence for the crime I committed.
15. facile Getting an A in gym is facile as I am very athletic and good at sports.
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TOPIC: Introduction to 8th Grade Social Studies
TOPIC: Act I scene i Homework Questions
1. Why, according to what he tells Roderigo, does Iago hate Othello (referred to only as "him")? Support your answer with evidence from the text.
Iago is upset with Othello because he was passed over for the position of lieutenant. The position was given to Michael Cassio who Iago believe's doesn't deserve it because he is not an experienced soldier. "And who does he choose? A guy who knows more about numbers than fighting!" (I.i.).
2. Roderigo tells Iago to stop following Othello is he is so dissatisfied with his actions. Why does Iago claim to want to keep working with him?
Iago will continue to work with Othello because he is plotting his revenge and wants to secretly destroy him. "I'm not who I appear to be" (I.i).
3. Who is Brabantio, and why do Iago and Roderigo awaken him in the middle of the night? Why does Iago slip off so quickly once Brabantio comes down? Brabantio is the father of Desdemona and a Venetian senator. Roderigo and Iago awaken Brabantio in the middle of the night to tell him that his daughter Desdemona has married Othello. Iago slips off so that Othello won't find out he was speaking against him.
4. What is Roderigo's relationship to Brabantio and his daughter, Desdemona (I.i 94-100)? Roderigo tried to date Desdemona in the past and was unsuccessful. He is not liked by Brabantio.
5. What is Brabantio's reaction to Othello's marriage to Desdemona (I.i 167 - 172)? Brabantio becomes very angry when he finds out that his daughter Desdemona has married Othello without his permission.
6. Why does Roderigo hate Othello? Roderigo hates Othello because he is in love with Desdemona who is now married.
7. Why should Roderigo pay particular attention to Iago's ideas and motives?
Roderigo should pay particular attention to Iago's ideas and motives because he is giving him money to help him win the heart of Desdemona. Additionally, Iago states, "I am not who I am" meaning he is not who he appears to be. This should be a red flag for Roderigo not to trust Iago.
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TOPIC: Introduction to 8th Grade Social Studies
TOPIC: Act I scene ii Homework Questions
8. How does Iago lie to Othello at the beginning of the scene?
Iago also warns Othello that Brabantio will be angry with him, even though Iago was the one who informed Brabantio about Othello's marriage to Desdemona. "But he kept chattering so foolishly, talking about you in such insulting and despicable terms..." (I.ii).
9. What do you learn about Othello's background in this scene? Why is this important concerning his marriage to Desdemona?
We learn that Othello comes from a royal family. He is very modest about this and does not like to brag. This is important concerning his marriage to Desdemona because her father assumes that he is not good enough for her as he is simply a Moor. However, since he comes from royalty Brabantio is more likely to accept him. "No one knows this yet - and I don't like to brag, but I come from a royal family..." (I.ii).
10. Why does the Duke send for Othello? What danger is Cyprus facing?
The Duke sends for Othello because he needs to speak to him immediately regarding Cyprus. Cyprus may be attacked by the Turks. To prevent this from happening, the Duke sends Othello to Cyrpus to defend it. "Something about Cyprus. I think it's important. The warships have sent a dozen messages tonight..."(I.ii).
11. How does Othello respond to the irritation of Brabantio's attacks? Why isn't Othello arrested as Brabantio has ordered?
Othello tells Brabantio to raise his sword so that the dew will rust it because he does not want to fight. He respects Brabantio and his position as a senator. Othello is not arrested because the Duke has sent for him and he is more powerful than Brabantio.
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TOPIC: Introduction to 8th Grade Social Studies
TOPIC: Act I scene iii Homework Questions
12. Describe the relationship between Desdemona and Othello? Who first initiated the idea of love?
The relationship between Desdemona and Othello started when Barbantio used to invite Othello into his home to hear stories of war. Desdemona became infatuated with these stories, how wonderful Othello's life was, and fell in love with him first. "She loved me for the dangers I had passed, and I loved her that she did pity them" (I.iii. 168 - 169).
13. How does Desdemona respond when Brabantio confronts her? Do you think she should have taken a different approach to the problem?
Desdemona responds by explaining that she is torn between her father and her husband. Although her father gave her life and education, Othello is now her husband and must side with him, similar to the way her own mother sided with Brabantio. "To you I am bound for life and education...how I respect you. But here's my husband. And so much duty as my mother showed to you, preferring you before her father, so much I challenge that I may profess due to the Moor my lord" (I.iii. 182 - 189).
14. How does Desdemona argue that she should be allowed to accompany her husband to Cyprus? What assurance does Othello offer the Council that he will take care of his business, even if his wife is with him?
Desdemona argues that when she fell in love with Othello, she threw away her old life and is now a part of him. As such, she is now part of a soldier and should accompany him to battle. "I saw Othello's visage in his mind. And to his honors and his valiant parts did I my soul and fortunes consecrate" (I.iii. 252 - 254). Othello assures the council that he does not want her with him for sex and that if he neglects his duties he will retire (use his helmet as a frying pan) "Let housewives make a skillet of my helm and all indign and base adversities make head against my estimation" (I.iii 272 - 274).
15. Reread Iago's lines, 361 - 375. How is his "parable to the garden" symbolic of his character?
Iago's "parable to the garden" is symbolic of his character by making the comparison that if we didn't think ahead, our actions may get the better of us. He tells Roderigo that we choose who we are and who we want to become, "Tis in ourselves that we are thus or thus. Our bodies are our gardens, to the which our wills are gardeners" (I.iii 319 - 320). 15. What is the "real reason" Iago hates Othello? (lines 429 - 434)
The "real reason" Iago hates Othello is that he heard a rumor that the moor had sex with his wife Emilia. Although he dismisses this as a rumor, he uses this reason to hate Othello. "I hate the Moor and there is a widespread rumor that he slept with my wife. I'm not sure if it is true, but just the suspicion is enough for me."
18. Why is Cassio a particularly handy scapegoat for Iago's plot?
Cassio is a particularly handy scapegoat for Iago's plot because he is younger than Othello and handsome. He is a smooth talker and people expect him to be a seducer of women. "He hath a person and a smooth dispose to be suspected, framed to make women false" (I.iii 388 - 389).
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TOPIC: Act II scene i & ii Homework Questions
17. What is the situation at sea as Act II begins? What has happened to the Turkish fleet?
As Act II begins, the situation at sea is that a storm made the water very rough. Due to the rough sea, the Turkish fleet has been destroyed.
18. Which ship from Venice arrives first? Which ship arrives second? Why is it surprising that it arrives before Othello's?
Michael Cassio arrives to Cyprus first from Venice. Iago, Desdemona, Emilia and Roderigo arrive second. It is surprising that these ships arrive before Othello since he left first needing to get to Cyprus as quickly as possible to defend it against the Turks.
19. Who is Emilia? What does the discussion between Desdemona and Emilia tell us about their relationship?
Emilia is Iago's wife and Desdemona's attendant. The discussion between Desdemona and Emilia reveals that Desdemona is a strong woman who stands up to Iago while Emilia is weak and lets her husband insult her.
20. Why does Iago want Roderigo to anger Cassio? What is the purpose of Iago's plan?
Iago wants Roderigo to anger Cassio so that Cassio will lose his position as lieutenant. The purpose of Iago's plan is to keep receiving money from Roderigo while getting Cassio to attack him and eventually lose his position.
21. What keeps Roderigo from seeing the truth instead of Iago's lies?
Roderigo is not able to see the truth because he is blinded by his love for Desdemona.
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TOPIC: Introduction to 8th Grade Social Studies
TOPIC: Act II scene iii Homework Questions
22. Why does Iago want Cassio to drink more wine? What is the outcome of Cassio's drinking? Iago wants Cassio to drink more wine so that he will become drunk and aggressive. He will have Roderigo attack or insult Cassio in some way and hopefully Othello will see. The result of Cassio's drinking is that he gets drunk and gets into a fight with Roderigo. Montano attempts to break up the fight but is stabbed by Cassio. "I've got a jug of wine, and those two Cyprus gentleman want to drink a toast to the black Othello" (II.iii.26-28).
23. What lie does Iago tell Montano about Cassio? The lie Iago tells Montano about Cassio is that he is a big drinker and enjoys drinking every night, saying, "He drinks like this every night before he goes to sleep" (II.iii.115).
24. Why does Othello strip Cassio of his rank? Othello strips Cassio of the rank of lieutenant because he was drunk and got into an argument with Roderigo and a fight with Montano (who he stabs). Othello states, "Cassio, I love you, but you are never again going to be one of my officers" (II.iii226).
25. Why does Iago want Cassio to ask Desdemona for help in restoring Othello's faith in Cassio? Iago wants Cassio to ask Desdemona for help to make it appear that she is having an affair with Michael Cassio. Iago states, "I'll poison the Moor's ear against her, hinting that she's taking Cassio's side because of her lust for him" (II.iii.335-336).
26. How does Iago get back in Othello's good graces? Iago gets back into Othello's good graces be not wanting to "rat out" Michael Cassio even though he tells Othello exactly what has happened. He says, "I'd rather cut my own tongue out of my mouth than say anything bad about Michael Cassio."
27. What is Roderigo's complaint, and how does Iago answer it? Roderigo's complaint is that he has no more money and wants to return home to Venice. Iago's advice is to be patient and wait for the plan to work. "If we're patient, we'll be rewarded with the fruits of our labors" (II.iii 355-356).
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TOPIC: Introduction to 8th Grade Social Studies
TOPIC: Act IV scene i Homework Questions
28. Explain the manner in which Iago is tormenting Othello at the beginning of the scene.
In the beginning of Act IV, Iago and Othello are having a conversation in which Iago suggests that Desdemona and Cassio have shared an innocent kiss which each other or lay naked in bed together but didn't do anything. Finally, Iago mentions the handkerchief that Desdemona lost. Clearly Iago has gotten the best of Othello's thoughts and emotions even if he admits that it will be difficult to prove any wrong doing.
29. Read Othello's speech (lines 43 - 52). What is the effect of Othello's fit on you as a reader or spectator?
After seeing Othello experience his fit one cannot help but feel bad for him. This is a man who was very successful in life (great job, just married, etc.) but due to Iago's beguiling behavior and lies, his world is beginning to unravel. Others may feel frustrated by Othello's actions. This is a man who was a respected general and some may say he is acting like child and needs to behave like the man he once was.
33. Iago makes four jibes at Othello's manhood. Find one insulting quote.
31. According to Iago, Bianca is a "housewife" (pronounced 'huzif') or hussy who sells her 'desires' to earn a living. He goes on to make his meaning clearer by calling her a 'strumpet' (a whore). Many editors of Othello assume that Bianca is a prostitute, and call her that in the list of characters at the beginning of the play script. How accurate is Iago as judge or women? Can we take his description as an indefinite truth? Defend your response using specific references to Iago throughout the play.
Iago is not a very accurate judge of women. He is sexist and feels that women are subservient and below men. This can be seen in the relationship he has with his wife Emilia who he treats poorly. Iago uses women throughout the play to help him get his revenge on Othello.
32. "How shall I murder him?" These words constitute Othello's immediate reaction to the dialogue he just overheard. Are you shocked by the brutality of his words? Account for/defend Othello's response. For example, is it understandable because Othello is a professional soldier, a man used to fighting? Or not?
Although surprised at Othello's response it is not shocking considering his role as a soldier and general. We can assume that Othello is an effective general because he uses violence as a means to justify his actions. On the other hand, one could argue that when Othello faced conflict in the past, he was able to talk things out instead of resorting to violence (Conversation with Brabantio). As a General, we hope that he is intelligent enough for him to realize he is being tricked.
33. Who arrives from Venice? What connection does he have to Desdemona? What news does he bring? What action of Othello's shocks and dismays this character?
Lodovico arrives from Venice. He is cousins with Desdemona and brings news that Othello is to return home to Venice and appoint Michael Cassio as governor in his place. Lodovico is shocked when Othello hits Desdemona calling her a devil. Clearly Lodovico believes that Othello is not the man he once was.
37. Othello is the man "whom passion could not shake." is the lack of emotion in a man an admirable quality or not? Relate this to Othello. What does it imply about Venetian society that such a lack of emotion was valued in a leader?
It depends upon the situation Othello is in. As a general, it may be an admirable quality that Othello does not show emotion. It imply's that the strongest leaders were able to separate themselves emotionally from their duty. As a husband, it is not an admirable quality. A good husband should be emotionally supportive of his wife, which Othello is, until he believes Desdemona is cheating on him.
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TOPIC: Othello by William Shakespeare
Aim # 26: How can we utilize close reading skills to improve comprehension of Othello?
Do Now: Complete jealousy worksheet in Google Classroom
Homework Othello Act 4 scene 1 guide questions - Due TODAY 10/17
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Othello promises the Duke and Venetian council that he will not neglect his duties as general if his wife Desdemona is allowed to accompany him to Cyprus. He is so confident in himself that if he breaks this promise he will retire and turn his helmet into what?
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Let's Take the Red Pen Challenge!
You have the opportunity to add 2 points onto your TDR grade if you do the following:
1) Highlight each quote in one color.
2) Highlight each analysis in another color.
3) Review your analysis. If you connect the quote to a writing strategy write the number 1 and put a check.
If you did not connect the quote to a writing strategy write the number 1 and put an "X".
If you are not sure that you connected the quote to a writing strategy, write the number 1 and put a "?"
4) Review your analysis. If you connect the quote to your central idea write the number 2 and put a check.
If you did not connect the quote to your central idea write the number 2 and put an "X".
If you are not sure that you connected the quote to your central idea, write the number 2 and put a "?"
5) Draw a box around your central idea
6) Using the blank rubric, read through your TDR and grade it accordingly using circles.
7) Exchange your paper with a partner. Have them grade your paper using the same rubric but instead of circles, place a dot in the appropriate boxes.
8) Over the weekend using a different color pen, make the appropriate changes directly on your TDR.
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1. advocacy I am an advocate for civil rights because I believe everyone should be equal.
2. affinity I have an affinity for Peter because I've known him for so long and he is a great guy.
3. agile To successfully rob the bank, the thief needs to be agile to get away quickly.
4. alacrity The students lacked alacrity when they walked into the classroom Monday morning after the long vacation. They were not happy to be there.
5. beguile The car salesman beguiled the man into buying a car with a lot of miles on it.
6. bestial The soldier attacked the enemy in a bestial way by chopping his head off.
7. bestow The queen bestowed power to the knight after he slayed the dragon.
8. candid Hugo is a very candid person who will always tell you exactly how he feels.
The man took a candid photo that we did not have time to pose for.
9. castigate The bully castigated the new student and made him feel extremely depressed.
10. consecrate Romeo and Juliet consecrated their love to each other by getting married.
11. desolate When I was in Boy Scouts we went camping in a desolate place with no one around.
12. discern North and South Korea are discerned by a border.
It was difficult to discern if the man was telling truth because he had a reputation for lying.
13. enmesh My comb became enmeshed in my hair because it was full of knots.
The fly became enmeshed in the spiders web.
14. entreaty I entered an entreaty with the judge for a reduced sentence for the crime I committed.
15. facile Getting an A in gym is facile as I am very athletic and good at sports.
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TOPIC: Act I scene i Homework Questions
1. Why, according to what he tells Roderigo, does Iago hate Othello (referred to only as "him")? Support your answer with evidence from the text.
Iago is upset with Othello because he was passed over for the position of lieutenant. The position was given to Michael Cassio who Iago believe's doesn't deserve it because he is not an experienced soldier. "And who does he choose? A guy who knows more about numbers than fighting!" (I.i.).
2. Roderigo tells Iago to stop following Othello is he is so dissatisfied with his actions. Why does Iago claim to want to keep working with him?
Iago will continue to work with Othello because he is plotting his revenge and wants to secretly destroy him. "I'm not who I appear to be" (I.i).
3. Who is Brabantio, and why do Iago and Roderigo awaken him in the middle of the night? Why does Iago slip off so quickly once Brabantio comes down? Brabantio is the father of Desdemona and a Venetian senator. Roderigo and Iago awaken Brabantio in the middle of the night to tell him that his daughter Desdemona has married Othello. Iago slips off so that Othello won't find out he was speaking against him.
4. What is Roderigo's relationship to Brabantio and his daughter, Desdemona (I.i 94-100)? Roderigo tried to date Desdemona in the past and was unsuccessful. He is not liked by Brabantio.
5. What is Brabantio's reaction to Othello's marriage to Desdemona (I.i 167 - 172)? Brabantio becomes very angry when he finds out that his daughter Desdemona has married Othello without his permission.
6. Why does Roderigo hate Othello? Roderigo hates Othello because he is in love with Desdemona who is now married.
7. Why should Roderigo pay particular attention to Iago's ideas and motives?
Roderigo should pay particular attention to Iago's ideas and motives because he is giving him money to help him win the heart of Desdemona. Additionally, Iago states, "I am not who I am" meaning he is not who he appears to be. This should be a red flag for Roderigo not to trust Iago.
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TOPIC: Introduction to 8th Grade Social Studies
TOPIC: Act I scene ii Homework Questions
8. How does Iago lie to Othello at the beginning of the scene?
Iago also warns Othello that Brabantio will be angry with him, even though Iago was the one who informed Brabantio about Othello's marriage to Desdemona. "But he kept chattering so foolishly, talking about you in such insulting and despicable terms..." (I.ii).
9. What do you learn about Othello's background in this scene? Why is this important concerning his marriage to Desdemona?
We learn that Othello comes from a royal family. He is very modest about this and does not like to brag. This is important concerning his marriage to Desdemona because her father assumes that he is not good enough for her as he is simply a Moor. However, since he comes from royalty Brabantio is more likely to accept him. "No one knows this yet - and I don't like to brag, but I come from a royal family..." (I.ii).
10. Why does the Duke send for Othello? What danger is Cyprus facing?
The Duke sends for Othello because he needs to speak to him immediately regarding Cyprus. Cyprus may be attacked by the Turks. To prevent this from happening, the Duke sends Othello to Cyrpus to defend it. "Something about Cyprus. I think it's important. The warships have sent a dozen messages tonight..."(I.ii).
11. How does Othello respond to the irritation of Brabantio's attacks? Why isn't Othello arrested as Brabantio has ordered?
Othello tells Brabantio to raise his sword so that the dew will rust it because he does not want to fight. He respects Brabantio and his position as a senator. Othello is not arrested because the Duke has sent for him and he is more powerful than Brabantio.
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TOPIC: Introduction to 8th Grade Social Studies
TOPIC: Act I scene iii Homework Questions
12. Describe the relationship between Desdemona and Othello? Who first initiated the idea of love?
The relationship between Desdemona and Othello started when Barbantio used to invite Othello into his home to hear stories of war. Desdemona became infatuated with these stories, how wonderful Othello's life was, and fell in love with him first. "She loved me for the dangers I had passed, and I loved her that she did pity them" (I.iii. 168 - 169).
13. How does Desdemona respond when Brabantio confronts her? Do you think she should have taken a different approach to the problem?
Desdemona responds by explaining that she is torn between her father and her husband. Although her father gave her life and education, Othello is now her husband and must side with him, similar to the way her own mother sided with Brabantio. "To you I am bound for life and education...how I respect you. But here's my husband. And so much duty as my mother showed to you, preferring you before her father, so much I challenge that I may profess due to the Moor my lord" (I.iii. 182 - 189).
14. How does Desdemona argue that she should be allowed to accompany her husband to Cyprus? What assurance does Othello offer the Council that he will take care of his business, even if his wife is with him?
Desdemona argues that when she fell in love with Othello, she threw away her old life and is now a part of him. As such, she is now part of a soldier and should accompany him to battle. "I saw Othello's visage in his mind. And to his honors and his valiant parts did I my soul and fortunes consecrate" (I.iii. 252 - 254). Othello assures the council that he does not want her with him for sex and that if he neglects his duties he will retire (use his helmet as a frying pan) "Let housewives make a skillet of my helm and all indign and base adversities make head against my estimation" (I.iii 272 - 274).
15. Reread Iago's lines, 361 - 375. How is his "parable to the garden" symbolic of his character?
Iago's "parable to the garden" is symbolic of his character by making the comparison that if we didn't think ahead, our actions may get the better of us. He tells Roderigo that we choose who we are and who we want to become, "Tis in ourselves that we are thus or thus. Our bodies are our gardens, to the which our wills are gardeners" (I.iii 319 - 320). 15. What is the "real reason" Iago hates Othello? (lines 429 - 434)
The "real reason" Iago hates Othello is that he heard a rumor that the moor had sex with his wife Emilia. Although he dismisses this as a rumor, he uses this reason to hate Othello. "I hate the Moor and there is a widespread rumor that he slept with my wife. I'm not sure if it is true, but just the suspicion is enough for me."
18. Why is Cassio a particularly handy scapegoat for Iago's plot?
Cassio is a particularly handy scapegoat for Iago's plot because he is younger than Othello and handsome. He is a smooth talker and people expect him to be a seducer of women. "He hath a person and a smooth dispose to be suspected, framed to make women false" (I.iii 388 - 389).
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TOPIC: Act II scene i & ii Homework Questions
17. What is the situation at sea as Act II begins? What has happened to the Turkish fleet?
As Act II begins, the situation at sea is that a storm made the water very rough. Due to the rough sea, the Turkish fleet has been destroyed.
18. Which ship from Venice arrives first? Which ship arrives second? Why is it surprising that it arrives before Othello's?
Michael Cassio arrives to Cyprus first from Venice. Iago, Desdemona, Emilia and Roderigo arrive second. It is surprising that these ships arrive before Othello since he left first needing to get to Cyprus as quickly as possible to defend it against the Turks.
19. Who is Emilia? What does the discussion between Desdemona and Emilia tell us about their relationship?
Emilia is Iago's wife and Desdemona's attendant. The discussion between Desdemona and Emilia reveals that Desdemona is a strong woman who stands up to Iago while Emilia is weak and lets her husband insult her.
20. Why does Iago want Roderigo to anger Cassio? What is the purpose of Iago's plan?
Iago wants Roderigo to anger Cassio so that Cassio will lose his position as lieutenant. The purpose of Iago's plan is to keep receiving money from Roderigo while getting Cassio to attack him and eventually lose his position.
21. What keeps Roderigo from seeing the truth instead of Iago's lies?
Roderigo is not able to see the truth because he is blinded by his love for Desdemona.
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TOPIC: Act II scene iii Homework Questions
22. Why does Iago want Cassio to drink more wine? What is the outcome of Cassio's drinking? Iago wants Cassio to drink more wine so that he will become drunk and aggressive. He will have Roderigo attack or insult Cassio in some way and hopefully Othello will see. The result of Cassio's drinking is that he gets drunk and gets into a fight with Roderigo. Montano attempts to break up the fight but is stabbed by Cassio. "I've got a jug of wine, and those two Cyprus gentleman want to drink a toast to the black Othello" (II.iii.26-28).
23. What lie does Iago tell Montano about Cassio? The lie Iago tells Montano about Cassio is that he is a big drinker and enjoys drinking every night, saying, "He drinks like this every night before he goes to sleep" (II.iii.115).
24. Why does Othello strip Cassio of his rank? Othello strips Cassio of the rank of lieutenant because he was drunk and got into an argument with Roderigo and a fight with Montano (who he stabs). Othello states, "Cassio, I love you, but you are never again going to be one of my officers" (II.iii226).
25. Why does Iago want Cassio to ask Desdemona for help in restoring Othello's faith in Cassio? Iago wants Cassio to ask Desdemona for help to make it appear that she is having an affair with Michael Cassio. Iago states, "I'll poison the Moor's ear against her, hinting that she's taking Cassio's side because of her lust for him" (II.iii.335-336).
26. How does Iago get back in Othello's good graces? Iago gets back into Othello's good graces be not wanting to "rat out" Michael Cassio even though he tells Othello exactly what has happened. He says, "I'd rather cut my own tongue out of my mouth than say anything bad about Michael Cassio."
27. What is Roderigo's complaint, and how does Iago answer it? Roderigo's complaint is that he has no more money and wants to return home to Venice. Iago's advice is to be patient and wait for the plan to work. "If we're patient, we'll be rewarded with the fruits of our labors" (II.iii 355-356).
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TOPIC: Act IV scene i Homework Questions
28. Explain the manner in which Iago is tormenting Othello at the beginning of the scene.
In the beginning of Act IV, Iago and Othello are having a conversation in which Iago suggests that Desdemona and Cassio have shared an innocent kiss which each other or lay naked in bed together but didn't do anything. Finally, Iago mentions the handkerchief that Desdemona lost. Clearly Iago has gotten the best of Othello's thoughts and emotions even if he admits that it will be difficult to prove any wrong doing.
29. Read Othello's speech (lines 43 - 52). What is the effect of Othello's fit on you as a reader or spectator?
After seeing Othello experience his fit one cannot help but feel bad for him. This is a man who was very successful in life (great job, just married, etc.) but due to Iago's beguiling behavior and lies, his world is beginning to unravel. Others may feel frustrated by Othello's actions. This is a man who was a respected general and some may say he is acting like child and needs to behave like the man he once was.
33. Iago makes four jibes at Othello's manhood. Find one insulting quote.
31. According to Iago, Bianca is a "housewife" (pronounced 'huzif') or hussy who sells her 'desires' to earn a living. He goes on to make his meaning clearer by calling her a 'strumpet' (a whore). Many editors of Othello assume that Bianca is a prostitute, and call her that in the list of characters at the beginning of the play script. How accurate is Iago as judge or women? Can we take his description as an indefinite truth? Defend your response using specific references to Iago throughout the play.
Iago is not a very accurate judge of women. He is sexist and feels that women are subservient and below men. This can be seen in the relationship he has with his wife Emilia who he treats poorly. Iago uses women throughout the play to help him get his revenge on Othello.
32. "How shall I murder him?" These words constitute Othello's immediate reaction to the dialogue he just overheard. Are you shocked by the brutality of his words? Account for/defend Othello's response. For example, is it understandable because Othello is a professional soldier, a man used to fighting? Or not?
Although surprised at Othello's response it is not shocking considering his role as a soldier and general. We can assume that Othello is an effective general because he uses violence as a means to justify his actions. On the other hand, one could argue that when Othello faced conflict in the past, he was able to talk things out instead of resorting to violence (Conversation with Brabantio). As a General, we hope that he is intelligent enough for him to realize he is being tricked.
33. Who arrives from Venice? What connection does he have to Desdemona? What news does he bring? What action of Othello's shocks and dismays this character?
Lodovico arrives from Venice. He is cousins with Desdemona and brings news that Othello is to return home to Venice and appoint Michael Cassio as governor in his place. Lodovico is shocked when Othello hits Desdemona calling her a devil. Clearly Lodovico believes that Othello is not the man he once was.
37. Othello is the man "whom passion could not shake." is the lack of emotion in a man an admirable quality or not? Relate this to Othello. What does it imply about Venetian society that such a lack of emotion was valued in a leader?
It depends upon the situation Othello is in. As a general, it may be an admirable quality that Othello does not show emotion. It imply's that the strongest leaders were able to separate themselves emotionally from their duty. As a husband, it is not an admirable quality. A good husband should be emotionally supportive of his wife, which Othello is, until he believes Desdemona is cheating on him.
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