1. Introduction to Shakespeare
... leave't undone but kept unknown". (Act 3, Scene 3, lines 203-205) This shakes Othello and eventually leads to his downfall, but even as he kills Desdemona, it is not out of hate and wickedness, but one of passion. The character of Othello degrades and is reflected in the language he uses, as he gets more and more influenced by Iago's malicious thoughts ... and ideas, such as "I had rather be a toad And live upon the vapour of a dungeon That keep a corner in the thing I love For others" uses". The true blackness of Othello is exposed and is fuelled by Iago, and replying with vulgar langu...
- Word Count: 1957
- Approx Pages: 8
- Grade Level: Undergraduate