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1. www.sparknotes.com › othello › quotesOthello Quotes: Justice | SparkNotes

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   Othello’s emphasis on the need for Iago to “prove [his] love a whore” demonstrates his commitment to justice. However, Othello’s commitment to law and reason also comes into direct conflict with his emotional and irrational response to Iago’s rumormongering.

2. gcelt.org › the-dukes-treatment-of-othello-aThe Duke’s Treatment of Othello: A Deeper Look into the ...

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   Oct 19, 2023 · The Duke demonstrates faith in Othello’s ability to lead and entrusts him with the task of defending Venice against the Ottoman Turks. This acknowledgment of Othello’s worth indicates that despite societal prejudices, the Duke recognizes and values talent and merit.

3. www.enotes.com › topics › othelloWhat is Othello's response to Iago's warning about Brabantio ...

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   In Othello, why does Iago tell Othello that Brabantio badmouthed him? What persuasive techniques does Iago use on Roderigo, Othello, and Brabantio? In act 1, scene 3 of Othello, what warning...

4. www.folger.edu › othello › readOthello - Act 1, scene 1 | Folger Shakespeare Library

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   Jul 31, 2015 · In Othello, William Shakespeare creates powerful drama from a marriage between the exotic Moor Othello and the Venetian lady Desdemona that begins with elopement and mutual devotion and ends with jealous rage and death. Shakespeare builds many differences into his hero…

5. www.sparknotes.com › shakespeare › othelloOthello Act V: Scenes i & ii Summary & Analysis | SparkNotes

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   A summary of Act V: Scenes i & ii in William Shakespeare's Othello. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of Othello and what it means. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans.

6. www.folger.edu › othello › readOthello - Act 4, scene 1 | Folger Shakespeare Library

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   How does Othello respond to Iago's rumormongering?

   • Othello’s emphasis on the need for Iago to “prove [his] love a whore” demonstrates his commitment to justice. However, Othello’s commitment to law and reason also comes into direct conflict with his emotional and irrational response to Iago’s rumormongering.

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   Why does Iago hate Othello?

   • Also, Iago hates Othello for his suspicion that Othello has slept with Iago's wife Emilia. For this reason, Iago is determined to use Desdemona to destroy Othello: Till I am evened with him, wife for wife. Iago is determined to destroy Othello so he sets Desdemona up. Also, Iago manipulates other people in the play to get what he wants.

   Why is Iago determined to destroy Desdemona in Othello

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   Why does Othello demand ocular proof?

   • Give me the ocular proof, Than answer my waked wrath! (III.iii.) In response to Iago’s insinuations about Desdemona’s adultery, Othello demands “ocular proof”—that is, evidence that will visually verify the allegation against his wife. Othello’s emphasis on the need for Iago to “prove [his] love a whore” demonstrates his commitment to justice.

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   What does Iago tell Roderigo about Othello?

   • In the streets of Venice, Iago tells Roderigo of his hatred for Othello, who has given Cassio the lieutenancy that Iago wanted and has made Iago a mere ensign. At Iago’s suggestion, he and Roderigo, a former suitor to Desdemona, awake Desdemona’s father to tell him that Desdemona has eloped with Othello.

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   How does Iago get back at Othello?

   • Othello is madly in love with Desdemona. Iago knows this fact. He uses Othello's jealous emotions toward Desdemona to get back at Othello. Iago will stop at nothing to see Othello suffer. He knows that the best way to get back at Othello is through the love of his life, Desdemona.

   Why is Iago determined to destroy Desdemona in Othello

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   Why does Othello mention the handkerchief?

   • Othello still clings to his belief in Iago’s truth and Desdemona’s guilt, mentioning the handkerchief and Cassio’s “confession.” When Othello mentions the handkerchief, Emilia erupts, and Iago, no longer certain that he can keep his plots hidden, attempts to silence her with his sword.

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8. academic.oup.com › sq › article-abstract“Do it not with poison”: Iago and the Killing of Desdemona

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   Feb 3, 2022 · According to G. M. Matthews, Iago does not want Othello to use poison “to kill Desdemona at a distance, like a civilized Venetian,” but he should “‘strangle her in her bed’ with his bare hands, like a savage. Poison is Iago’s speciality.”