... fist instance wherein Iago cunningly manipulates one of these characters, which in turn spontaneously triggers a series of events is when he convinces Roderigo to pursue Desdemona even though she is married to Othello, leading him to start a fight with Cassio. Although it is clear to the reader that that Desdemona has no knowledge of Roderigo's mere existence, his gullibility leads him ... use of persuasion and manipulation, resulting in Cassio's demotion from lieutenant. Following this, under the guise of friendship, Iago advises Cassio to ask Desdemona to help him sway Othello towards...

• Word Count: 485
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: Graduate

... fist instance wherein Iago cunningly manipulates one of these characters, which in turn spontaneously triggers a series of events is when he convinces Roderigo to pursue Desdemona even though she is married to Othello, leading him to start a fight with Cassio. Although it is clear to the reader that that Desdemona has no knowledge of Roderigo's mere existence, his gullibility leads him ... use of persuasion and manipulation, resulting in Cassio's demotion from lieutenant. Following this, under the guise of friendship, Iago advises Cassio to ask Desdemona to help him sway Othello towards...

• Word Count: 484
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: Graduate