importance of the minor characters and incidents in Othello

The minor scenes in which Roderigo and Iago take the stage, are filled with humour and also give us a glimpse at one of Iago’s well kept secret; his cowardice. These scenes are funny, as we see the foolish Roderigo being conned into paying Iago for his apparent service to him. Iago has only to use simple flattery: "…purpose, courage, and valour.." to persuade Roderigo that he has done all that he can and is still trying to get Desdemona to love Roderigo. When Iago

The minor character, Emilia, plays both a function to propel the plot, and also an added ingredient to spice up the emotional turmoil in the final scene. The scene in which Emilia voices her worldy and logical opinion of adultery to Desdemona, shows comparison with Desdemona’s more innocent and conventional view. The purity and holiness of Desdemona is really emphasised.

Bondslaves and pagans shall our statements be."(1,iii,98)

Without these integral components of this play the plot would progress less naturally, as, for example, the use of Iago doing his dirty work through all the minor characters, adds to his power, and also his tact. The use of the minor characters and incidents is important and affects the readers’ overall response to the tragedy of Othello.

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