... , Desdemona, Cassio, Roderigo, and Emilia, his own wife. It is ironic that most of these deceived characters refer to him as "honest Iago". By nature, Iago is a cynic who judges people harshly. He regards Roderigo as a gullible simpleton and a fool because he can so easily steal the man's wealth; his dealings with him are only for his own "sport and profit ... to her husband. When Othello makes it clear that he is going to kill her, she tries to convince him of her innocence and purity, but her words fall on deaf ears. Then in sheer terror, she momentarily loses control, weeping and begg...

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... , and the danger of attack is past. The occasion is to be celebrated. In addition, the festivities will be a celebration of Othello's marriage to Desdemona. According to his orders, all people are to eat, drink, and enjoy themselves at Othello's expense. Notes This brief scene invites the citizens to celebrate the recent victory over the Turks, largely due to Othello's noble ... to her mind, and she realizes what she is being accused of. She is horrified, but there is nothing she can do except deny the charge. Her denials fall on deaf ears. Emilia comes back to find her mistress in a blu...

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• Grade Level: High School