... 2 Othello writes a report to Venice that the danger from the Turks is over. He sends Iago away to post the mail. Othello then goes to inspect the fortifications, telling Iago to meet him later. Notes This very short exchange between Othello and Iago shows Othello assuming his public duties ... can be measured in intensity by his falling into a fit and by his striking Desdemona in public. It is now safe for Iago to do whatever he chooses, for Othello will believe him. The tragic hero is now thoroughly brainwashed about Desdemona and still trusting and praising of Iago. He is ... convers...

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... downfall. Desdemona is unwilling to accept that there marriage was a wrong decision and decides to try and correct it by using her submissive manners. She naively believes that by doing whatever Othello wants, she will be saving the marriage and proving everyone wrong. "As shown in the scene where he beats her, "I will not stay to offend you. Truly an obedient ... . He should not have been put in this situation in the first place. In the end, Othello becomes totally outraged and murders Desdemona by smothering her with a pillow. He also goes on to kill himself. Thus, his anger is vented ...

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... close acquaintances soon walked down the same path of evil, all for the glory. The idea of knowing Dingleman gave some a sense of glorification, a reputation seen by others. Likewise, Iago goes down a path of evil due to reputation. Iago's motives are not clear. However, reputation is one of the factors. Iago resents the fact the Cassio was given the placement of ... not allow for the idea of reputation to get in his way. As long as he is able to make a profit and obtain the land, he is willing do to whatever it takes. Reputation plays a strong role in both works. It has the power to le...

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