12 Questions
Why does Roderigo argue with Iago?
Because Iago is not helping him to win Desdemona's hand in marriage
What is the reason for Iago's hatred towards Othello?
Othello's promotion of Michael Cassio to the post of lieutenant
What does Iago advise Roderigo to do?
To spoil some of Othello's pleasure in his marriage by rousing Desdemona's family against the general
What does Brabantio initially think when Roderigo and Iago cry out that he has been robbed by 'thieves'?
That Roderigo is trying to see Desdemona
What does Iago say to Brabantio to provoke him?
That Othello and Desdemona are having sex
What is the position that Iago feels he should have gotten?
The position of lieutenant
What is Brabanzio's main concern after learning that his daughter has left him?
That his daughter has been stolen from him by magic charms
Why does Iago leave Roderigo alone and attend on Othello?
Because he sees the success of his plan
What message do Cassio and the officers from the Venetian court bring to Othello?
That the duke of Venice wants to meet with him
What is the purpose of Iago's description of Othello to Brabanzio?
To make Brabanzio fearful of Othello's supposed barbarous nature
How does Othello handle the confrontation between his followers and Brabanzio's men?
By calmly telling both sides to put up their swords
What is the effect of Iago's portrayal of Othello on the audience?
The audience is skeptical of Iago's portrayal of Othello
Explore the opening scene of Shakespeare's Othello, where an argument between Roderigo and Iago unfolds, revealing their motivations and resentments. Learn about the characters' relationships and the events that set the stage for the rest of the play. Test your understanding of the plot, characters, and themes.
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