Questions and Answers
What does Iago control in Act I.i?
Who does Othello choose to be lieutenant?
Cassio
Iago loves Othello.
False
In Act I.i, Iago informs Brabantio that Desdemona has eloped with ______.
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What does Brabantio accuse Othello of in Act I.ii?
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Why do the Duke and senators meet in Act I.iii?
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Othello agrees to leave Desdemona with Brabantio in Act I.iii.
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What plan does Iago suggest to Roderigo regarding Desdemona?
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Iago expresses his hatred for Othello in a ______.
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Study Notes
Act I.i Summary
- Iago manipulates Roderigo's finances and is secretly resentful of Othello for promoting Cassio to lieutenant.
- Iago informs Brabantio that his daughter Desdemona has eloped with Othello, igniting Brabantio's anger.
- Roderigo's unrequited love for Desdemona is revealed, driving his actions throughout the play.
- Brabantio sets off in pursuit of Desdemona, showcasing his protective nature as a father.
Act I.ii Summary
- Iago informs Othello that Roderigo has been slandering him, creating conflict and tension.
- The arrival of Cassio and Duke's servants signals an urgent military situation concerning Cyprus.
- Brabantio confronts Othello, accusing him of having stolen his daughter, leading to a heated exchange.
- Othello intervenes to prevent a physical altercation and agrees to accompany Brabantio and the Duke to resolve the matter peacefully.
Act I.iii Summary
- The Duke of Venice discusses the Turkish threat to Cyprus with senators, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
- Brabantio accuses Othello in the Duke's presence, demanding attention to his daughter's alleged abduction over state issues.
- Othello defends his marriage by sharing heartfelt anecdotes about winning Desdemona’s love through storytelling.
- The Duke decides that Othello must lead the defense in Cyprus, with Desdemona accompanying him despite initial objections from Brabantio.
- Iago reveals his plotting in a soliloquy, expressing his hatred for Othello and intentions to manipulate Roderigo further, while hinting at a personal vendetta regarding Emilia and an affair with Cassio.
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Test your knowledge on the key events and character dynamics in Act I of Shakespeare's Othello. From Iago's manipulations to Brabantio's confrontation with Othello, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the play's beginning. Perfect for students and Shakespeare enthusiasts alike!
