Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App
Questions and Answers
What does Iago continue to do in Act 4 Scene 1?
What does Iago continue to do in Act 4 Scene 1?
- Leave Othello alone
- Reassure Othello
- Discuss marriage with Desdemona
- Torment Othello with vivid descriptions (correct)
Othello strikes Desdemona in the presence of Lodovico in Act 4 Scene 1.
Othello strikes Desdemona in the presence of Lodovico in Act 4 Scene 1.
True (A)
What does Othello call Desdemona to her face in Act 4 Scene 2?
What does Othello call Desdemona to her face in Act 4 Scene 2?
a *****
Iago tells Roderigo that Desdemona will leave for ________ with Othello.
Iago tells Roderigo that Desdemona will leave for ________ with Othello.
Signup and view all the answers
What topic do Desdemona and Emilia discuss while preparing for bed in Act 4 Scene 3?
What topic do Desdemona and Emilia discuss while preparing for bed in Act 4 Scene 3?
Signup and view all the answers
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Act 4 Scene 1
- Iago manipulates Othello with graphic details of Desdemona's supposed infidelity, causing Othello to faint from rage.
- Iago stages a scenario where Othello sees Cassio discussing Bianca, misleading Othello to believe it concerns Desdemona.
- Othello's jealousy escalates, leading to violent reactions.
- Lodovico arrives from Venice bearing news that Othello must return to Venice, with Cassio appointed to his position.
- In a fit of jealousy, Othello strikes Desdemona in front of Lodovico and dismisses her, shocking Lodovico at Othello's transformation.
Act 4 Scene 2
- Othello confronts Emilia, questioning her about Cassio's connection to Desdemona while degrading both women.
- Othello directly accuses Desdemona of being unfaithful, using derogatory terms.
- Desdemona, distressed, seeks support from Iago, who offers her false reassurance.
- Roderigo complains to Iago about his unreciprocated gifts to Desdemona, contemplating asking for them back.
- Iago misleads Roderigo into believing that killing Cassio is the only way to win Desdemona's affection, as she will soon leave with Othello.
Act 4 Scene 3
- Othello instructs Desdemona to retire for the night and sends Emilia away.
- As Emilia helps Desdemona prepare for bed, they engage in a conversation about fidelity.
- Desdemona naively argues about women's faithfulness, while Emilia presents a more realistic view, asserting that women share the same desires as men.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
