Othello and Iago Scene Analysis
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What is Bianca's reaction when Cassio tells her he no longer wishes to see her?

  • She becomes sad and leaves without saying a word.
  • She apologizes for her behavior and asks Cassio to reconsider.
  • She becomes angry and accuses Cassio of giving her a love token from another woman. (correct)
  • She laughs and forgives him immediately.

    • Why does Iago goad Othello about a woman being naked with a man?

  • To show that he understands Othello's concerns.
  • To make Othello jealous of Desdemona.
  • To convince Othello that it is unacceptable behavior.
  • To provoke Othello and plant doubts in his mind about Desdemona's fidelity. (correct)

    • What is Iago's hidden intention while joking with Cassio about Bianca?

  • To make Othello believe that Cassio is speaking about Desdemona. (correct)
  • To make Cassio feel embarrassed and guilty.
  • To expose Bianca's true feelings for Cassio.
  • To help Cassio reconcile with Bianca.

    • What does Othello focus obsessively on during his conversation with Iago?

    <p>The handkerchief given to Desdemona.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Iago plan to make Cassio retell to Othello?

    <p>The story of where, when, how, and how often he has slept with Desdemona.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Iago want Othello to observe Cassio's face during their conversation?

    <p>To see if Cassio looks guilty while speaking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Iago insinuate about Desdemona's unfaithfulness to goad Othello?

    <p>That she has given away her handkerchief to Cassio.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Othello's reaction to Iago's insinuations about Desdemona's unfaithfulness?

    <p>He falls into a trance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Iago want Othello to observe Cassio's face during their conversation?

    <p>To gauge Othello’s reaction based on Cassio's story.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Iago's true intention with Cassio regarding Desdemona?

    <p>To make Cassio laugh by joking about Bianca.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Iago mention Bianca in his plan involving Cassio and Othello?

    <p>To create a diversion and cover up the true intentions of the conversation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Iago manipulate Othello's perception of Cassio and Desdemona?

    <p>By making Othello believe that Cassio is joking with him about Desdemona.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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