... , or even as a distant role-model, if they do not embody desirable traits? (Shakespeare Resource Center n.pag.) The interrelation between categories does not stop there, however. It also complements his character in dealing with the play's antagonists. The evils of the antagonists are immediately contrasted by Othello's righteous traits. More important that dealing with particular characters is how he deals with the more ... Greek island of Cyprus from an imminent threat of invading Turks. This gives Othello the opportunity to show off is military skills as well as his heroic attributes...

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Act 1, Scene 1 Line 20-34 - Reasons Why Iago Hates Othello Iago tells Roderigo that he knows his well enough to know that he deserved the position of lieutenant, however Othello had already chosen Cassio , a Florentine, who has no more knowledge on warfare than an old lady and has absolutely no experience in battle while Iago is just his ancient. "By debitor and creditor; this counter-caster, [Cassio] in good must his lieutenant be and I, bless the mark, his Moorship's ancient." " Line 43 - "I follow him to serve my turn upon him..." " Previously Roderigo was telling Iago to quit if he did not...

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... with Cassio. Like Emilia, she appears worldly and loves her partner without any reservations, but fully aware of her place in a male-dominated society. After Iago kills Roderigo in Act 5, he attempts to blame Bianca for Cassio's attack. Bianca is obviously upset by Cassio's injuries, but immediately responds to being called a strumpet. "I am no strumpet, but of life as honest as you thus abuse me ... between both sexes, and fall short in a male-dominated society. Again, Shakespeare allows us to view women as they did during the Elizabethan period. With this in mind, it isn't surprising ...

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... and thus lacking in social status. This lack may result in, or contributed to, the marginalization and racism against Othello. Thus in this introduction, I will be discussing Shakespeare's play Othello and analyzing how it can be subjected to a Marxist/post-colonial reading. The Marxist interpretation involves looking at and deciphering the economic conflict between classes in order to gain social status. A Marxist ... is an elaborate politeness observed on both sides. Othello's "Most humbly, therefore, bending to your state- [1.3.236] is matched by the Duke's "such things else of quali...

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... play's final scene, Desdemona whispers on her deathbed to protect the husband who killed her. How do you interpret her actions? Does it confirm a view of her as a personification of good? In Act 5 Scene 2 Othello kills Desdemona because he believes she has betrayed and deceived him by sleeping with Cassio. Just before she dies, with the last of her strength, Desdemona whispers that she ... . However, when Desdemona appears she has the ability to hold her own and stand up for her beliefs. She appears quite outspoken and wilful and she defies convention by taking a stand like she does. Sha...

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... Venice is a quiet, civilized, uneventful place, but that its inhabitants (or at least Brabantios generation) believe it to be themselves.[ LINK TO 3] They live by a code of behavior and upbringing which views someone like Othello as barbarous, uncivilized, and almost amusing in a superior cultural kind of way. Every time a character calls Othello ... further reference to support this view of Othello's fundamental naivete would have been useful. On a comparatively minor note, always avoid phrases like "It could be argued". What do you think? Thats what the examiner wants to know. 7. This p...

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... curtsy, and say, 'Father, as it please you.' But yet for all that, cousin, let him be a handsome fellow, or else make another curtsy, and say, 'Father, as it please me.' (2.1.46-49) - Her advice to her cousin not to submit to convention and abide by men's wishes. Her language here is very blunt and prose is used as opposed to verse. The use of ... reputation that Beatrice lacks - she seems far less ashamed to admit her love for Benedick, saying "Contempt, farewell, and maiden pride, adieu!" (3.1.115). Like Emilia, his honour is tested when he is asked by Beatrice to kill Claud...

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... drugs and orders his arrest. Othello resists and reacts calmly, stating he is wanted urgently by the Duke on state business. Brabantio decides to go along to present his case against Othello, certain that the Duke will rule in his favor. It is important to notice how cleverly Shakespeare weaves public and private business in this play. Cassio, on official business from the ... he strangle her in their bed that she has defiled. The arrival of Lodovico and Desdemona at this particular moment is highly dramatic, and the Messenger's greeting to Othello, "Save you, worthy General," is filled...

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