... 228). He tells Iago that he is not a jealous man. Othello confidently says that Desdemona is faithful to him and he will not doubt her without any proof. Nonetheless, a tiny seed of doubt has been sowed into Othello's head. Iago's plan is working. Othello is beginning to feel the effects of jealousy and ... stop the jealous thoughts, which is evident in the following quote. "No, Iago, I"ll see before I doubt; when I doubt, prove; And on the proof, there is no more but this: Away at once with love or jealousy!" (Act 3, Scene 3, Line 192-194). Iago will continue to feed many lies of ... O...

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... 228). He tells Iago that he is not a jealous man. Othello confidently says that Desdemona is faithful to him and he will not doubt her without any proof. Nonetheless, a tiny seed of doubt has been sowed into Othello's head. Iago's plan is working. Othello is beginning to feel the effects of jealousy and ... stop the jealous thoughts, which is evident in the following quote. "No, Iago, I"ll see before I doubt; when I doubt, prove; And on the proof, there is no more but this: Away at once with love or jealousy!" (Act 3, Scene 3, Line 192-194). Iago will continue to feed many lies of ... O...

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... of the fact that Iago is just planning and scheming in order to reach his goal that is to obtain the Captain's position. Othello feels that he is provided with proof when he sees a handkerchief that he had given to his wife in Cassio's possession. Little did he know that Iago had arranged that the handkerchief be copied and the evidence ... put before him through a planned scheme by Iago, Othello is angry and feels used, "I tremble at it. Nature would not invest herself in such shadowing passion without some instruction"(IV, i, 39-41). Othello then confronts Desdermona with these lies, ...

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... hard to find shows about crime or police detectives. What is more difficult to find is a show that can successfully incorporate the ides of trust and proof into their stories. Two plays in particular come into mind involving these ideas. Othello by Shakespeare and Tartuffe by Molière. Othello is a tragedy about ... for different purposes. Throughout Othello, Iago tries to convince Othello that Desdemona and Cassio are having an affair but Othello refuses to believe it until he sees ocular proof which you can see in this sentence he says "I'll see before I doubt; when I doubt, prove." (3...

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... superficial. Iago was clearly a very powerful villain, but Othello was gullible and trusting enough to allow Iago to deceive him. Othello was not instantly convinced though, demanding proof, but once he had the slightest proof he was gullible enough allow Iago to convince him to kill Desdemona. He also becomes very obsessive which is shown through the handkerchief that symbolises Desdemona's love ... is a man of battle. He applies the logic of the battle to his marriage, as this is all he knows. This is seen when he demands proof of the affair, and once he has proof he feels he must kil...

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... superficial. Iago was clearly a very powerful villain, but Othello was gullible and trusting enough to allow Iago to deceive him. Othello was not instantly convinced though, demanding proof, but once he had the slightest proof he was gullible enough allow Iago to convince him to kill Desdemona. He also becomes very obsessive which is shown through the handkerchief that symbolises Desdemona's love ... is a man of battle. He applies the logic of the battle to his marriage, as this is all he knows. This is seen when he demands proof of the affair, and once he has proof he feels he must kil...

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... to the sound of "Zounds!" Although his suspicions have been confirmed he still holds doubt that Desdemona could do such a thing, however the only barrier that remains is first hand proof, for which a situation to break down that wall arises conveniently for Iago. When Iago tells of Cassio's boasting of the affair Othello breaks down into an animalistic state, "foam(ing ... Othello not as a general, taking the most loving and utilitarian actions, but as a broken, "mad" man. However Othello still holds a small doubt as to Iago's accusations and demands Iago show proof and like clockwork h...

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... people and furthers the theme of deception so that it is perceived to be an integral part of the play. This most important deception continues in the scene in Iago's "proof" that Desdemona has been unfaithful with Cassio. When a handkerchief that had been gifted to Desdemona by Othello falls into the hands Iago, Iago arranges for the handkerchief to serve as ... proof to damn Cassio. Iago tells Othello that he had sighted Cassio with said handkerchief. To the tormented Othello this is proof enough of his wife's unfaithfulness, to the point that he orders Iago to murder Cassio. This is c...

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... the General and quickly uses it to get his revenge on him. Through manipulation, Iago makes Othello believe that Desdemona is having an affair with Cassio and then provides the "proof" of the infidelity that Othello demands. The good Othello is driven into a rage at his betrayal and easily succumbs to Iago's suggestion that both his wife and "her lover" must ... , alien and that any woman who loves him does so perversely. In Othello's tainted state of mind, Desdemona's sexuality becomes an unbearable threat to him. Her warmth and devotion become a "proof" of disloyalty. Othello's most to...

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... people and furthers the theme of deception so that it is perceived to be an integral part of the play. This most important deception continues in the scene in Iago's "proof" that Desdemona has been unfaithful with Cassio. When a handkerchief that had been gifted to Desdemona by Othello falls into the hands Iago, Iago arranges for the handkerchief to serve as ... proof to damn Cassio. Iago tells Othello that he had sighted Cassio with said handkerchief. To the tormented Othello this is proof enough of his wife's unfaithfulness, to the point that he orders Iago to murder Cassio. This is c...

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... to plant it somewhere in Cassio's lodging, where the young man is sure to find it. The troubled Othello enters. He is not sure that Desdemona is faithless and wants proof. Iago steps in to supply it. He tells Othello that he has heard Cassio talking in his sleep, repeating a love scene with Desdemona. He also tells him that he has ... tells him to hide behind the curtains and, from there, listen to his conversation with Cassio. He tells Othello that Cassio will probably speak most insultingly of Desdemona, providing further proof of her unfaithfulness. When Cassio returns, Iago talks to...

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... people and furthers the theme of deception so that it is perceived to be an integral part of the play. This most important deception continues in the scene in Iago's "proof" that Desdemona has been unfaithful with Cassio. When a handkerchief that had been gifted to Desdemona by Othello falls into the hands Iago, Iago arranges for the handkerchief to serve as ... proof to damn Cassio. Iago tells Othello that he had sighted Cassio with said handkerchief. To the tormented Othello this is proof enough of his wife's unfaithfulness, to the point that he orders Iago to murder Cassio. This is c...

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... the opening of Act three played right into the hands of Iago. Here Iago brought suspicion into the picture, and said too much without saying enough. "I speak not yet of proof. Look to your wife; observe her well with Cassio; Wear your eyes thus, not jealous nor secure." Iago subtly plants suspicion in Othello's mind, and unaware as Othello may be ... 's jealousy. Iago receives it from Emilia, but instead of reporting it to Othello, he uses a different alibi. Othello, feeling more suspicious and distraught, threatens the life of Iago, unless solid proof is given to him. Quick-witted Iago ...

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... 's room as "evidence" that Desdemona was cheating on Othello. Lago continues to hint to Othello that Desdemona is cheating on him so Othello gets fed up and demands proof. Lago mentions that he has seen Cassio wipe his face with Desdemona's handkerchief and show him the handkerchief in Cassio's room. Othello seeing this becomes angered and decides to get ... and some soldiers then enter the room as Emilia tells Othello the truth and tries to silence her, at first, Othello didn't believe it is saying that the handkerchief was proof of the cheating, but Emilia tells him that that she found...

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... , devil!" (IV.I.35-43). After watching Desdemona laughing with Iago during the conversation, paranoia takes control over his judgment, and, as a result, confirms Cassio's involvement with Desdemona. Without any further proof rather than Iago's word, it is clearly that a smart man should more skeptic. Instead, distrust and paranoia played an important role in his conviction. Lastly, at the beginning of the ... toged consuls can propose As masterly as he: mere prattle, without practice, Is all his soldiership. But he, sir, had the election: And I, of whom his eyes had seen the proof At Rho...

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... 's gone, I am abused, and my relief must be to loathe her " (3.3.267-68). It is this impulsivity and military mind-set that makes him conclude Desdemona's guilt with very little proof and remain unswayed when she pleads her innocence to him. Whilst this trait may make Othello a much revered soldier, it also causes him to kill Desdemona with virtually no ... proof of her guilt and eventually leads to his own death. Othello's personality flaws are explored by Shakespeare through the events of the play. Iago takes advantage of Othello's personal insecurity, ... ...

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... . Othello enters and flies into a rage at him. Othello declares that his soul is in torment, and that it would be better to! be deceived completely than to suspect without proof. He demands that Iago bring him visual evidence that Desdemona is a whore. Iago protests that it would be impossible to actually witness Desdemona and Cassio having sex. He promises that ... die. Growing frightened, Desdemona asks her husband why he means to kill her, and Othello responds that she has been unfaithful to him with Cassio "he has seen the proof in the handkerchief. Othello refuses to believe Desdemo...

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... . In every scene in which Iago speaks one can point out his deceptive manner. Iago tricks Othello into believing that his own wife is having an affair, without any concrete proof. Othello is so caught up in Iago's lies that he refuses to believe Desdemona when she denies his claims. Much credit must be given to Iago's diabolical dexterity, which enables ... him anymore and she can now only hurt his chances of keeping the position he has been given by Othello. Iago's merciless taking of Emilia and Roderigo's lives is another proof of his amorality. If one looks in modern day cinema, one w...

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... . Othello, because of Iago kills Desdemona; this shows that Iago was not justified in his revenge against Othello. When an entirely innocent character is killed in such a matter, it is proof that the revenge character was no where near being justified for his crime. After Iago's revenge was carried out; Othello became miserable, as Iago had wanted. This is the only ... . Edmund in the beginning of the play had some sympathy from the audience but as the play progressed, he became a despicable character. Gloucester should not have trusted Edmund without more proof than just a letter to prov...

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... plots to plant it in Cassio's lodgings and have him discover it. From there he will make sure that Othello sees the handkerchief in his hands and use it as proof. The handkerchief is a very important piece in the play. Soon Othello gets fed up with all the accusations Iago is making without any ... proof. The handkerchief is just one of the few ways he gets Othello to believe him. Act 4 Scene 1: Cassio CASSIO I marry her! what? a customer! Prithee, bear some charity to my wit: ... ...

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... pushes it away and it falls to the ground. Emilia fins the handkerchief and gives it to Iago. Othello then returns wanting proof of his wife's unfaithfulness. Iago tells a story of seeing Cassio with the handkerchief. There was his proof! Othello vows revenge and promotes Iago to Cassio's position. He goes on to test Desdemona by wanting to see the handkerchief. When ... ...

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... has characteristics that make her practical yet shrew, and Bianca the mistress. The most obvious symbol in Othello is the handkerchief. The handkerchief carries much leverage and is the visual proof' that convinces Othello of his wife's infidelity. Desdemona is depicted as the loyal and devoted wife who loves her husband more then life itself. She has been portrayed to Othello ... would not be included in the main characters of the play but she does play a key role in the deceptive plan of Iago. Later in the play Othello asks for proof of his wife's infidelity this is when Iago concocts...

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... by telling him of a sexual intent relationship forming between Desdemona and Cassio. However, Othello does not believe Iago and calls for proof of this hypocrisy: "Villain, be sure thou prove my love a whore;/ Be sure of it. Give me the ocular proof;/ Or, by the worth of man's eternal soul,/ Thou hadst been better have been born a dog/ Than answer my wak ... ...

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... had asked for, and to this Desdemona says "if I do die before thee, prithee, shroud my in one of these same sheets," as if she were foreseeing her death. Line 39-55 Desdemona sings the song Willow that her mother's maid, Barbary sang before she died when her lover turned mad and ran away. This song foreshadows her death as she ... ...

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... . This is because his service to country has only occurred to propel his own power. Iago admits this by saying, "I follow him (Othello) to serve my turn upon him". (Othello, 1.1.39) This exemplifies the implication that Iago is serving under Othello solely as a stepping-stone in order to eventually gain power. Clearly, Iago's power trip is not a result of his love ... ...

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