/Come, go with me apart; I will withdraw /To furnish me with some swift means of death /For the fair devil. He is devastated and emotionally broken. Why does he become a man in “misery” by his next speech (3.3.190/p10). -Emilia was Iago’s wife. He is a genteel racist: he has been very friendly to Othello and often invited him to his house to honor him and for the sake of hearing the tales of his life, but when his daughter runs away with the Moor, however, he is appalled, and convinced that witchcraft is the only explanation. Iago’s wife Emilia 22. -He told Montano that Cassio was drunk every night. What does Emilia tell Cassio that Desdemona is already doing for him? Othello Quiz Acts 1 & 2 Directions: Answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. “News, lads! To whom does Desdemona pledge her duty? What is the outcome of Cassio’s drinking? Iago believes he is a better soldier and moredeserving, than Cassio (the “book smart” warrior) (All talk and no action) -Iago has been passed over for a promotion. Will they stay together or separate? While discussing, Iago’s reluctance to answer cultivate Othello’s growing doubts. Going to where Othello is meeting with the Venetian Senators, Brabantio accuses Othello of using sorcery to seduce his daughter. Fidelity is difficult to prove; in contrast, infidelity has hard evidence and is easy to prove. Brabantio, father of Desdemona, unwilling father-in-law of Othello, appears in all three scenes of Act I of the play. Desdemona may lie to him as she did to him. Why does Iago “hate the Moor”? Cassio asks Emilia to briefly speak with Desdemona alone. Cassio is undone. Describe Iago. In his final soliloquy of Act I, Iago professes his hatred for the Moor and further expresses his suspicions about the Moor’s infidelity with his wife. In Act I, Scene iii of Othello, what is the warning that Brabantio gives to Othello? How does Cassio greet Desdemona and Emilia? Othello August 17, 2019. What warning does Brabantio give Othello? Brabantio warns Othello that if his daughter, Desdemona, deceived him in order to marry Othello, then she can just as easily deceive Othello. According to the soliloquy at the end of play, what additional reason does Iago have for “hat[ing] the Moor”? Othello’s ship and Cassio’s ship were traveling together but became separated during the storms. Where are we as Act 2 begins? How does Iago get back in Othello’s good graces? Losing it or giving it away would be an unspeakable loss, a loss like none other. They care deeply for each other, however, not romantically. Because she has not seen him in over a week, she is suspicious of hiswhereabouts. -Michael Cassio was named lieutenant. He also casted doubt on Othello’s judgment for appointing Cassio, who might be drunk in a moment of crisis.-Iago tells Montano (aside) that Cassio is a good soldier but his vice is his love for alcohol. Othello enters to break up the fight between Montano and Cassio who are both injured. Emilia is Iago’s wife and attendant to Desdemona. It is possible that the history of the handkerchief is embellished by his passion and emotional state as he describes its “powers” and importance. Iago must leave and has remained hidden because he cannot appear to be against the Moor. What evidence does he give as proof that he loves Desdemona? 13. -Iago was to have Cassio killed within three days. 3 Educator answers. What reason does Iago give for his hatred of Othello? Brabantio warns Othello that if his daughter, Desdemona, deceived him in order to marry Othello, then she can just as easily deceive Othello. Know someone who can answer? “O, beware, my lord, of jealousy; /It is the green-ey’d monster which doth mock /The meat it feeds on: that cuckold lives in bliss/ Who, certain of his fate, loves not his wronger; /But O, what damned minutes tells he o’er /Who dotes, yet doubts, suspects, yet strongly loves!” (Act III.iii.p9). 1-1. “Now, my sick fool Roderigo, / Whom love hath turn’d almostwrong side out.” (Act II.iii.p3) Roderigo wants to believe Iago’s lies because he desperately wantsthem to be true. Brabantio does not like it, but must give his daughter to the Moor. What is the situation at sea? After listening to both sides of the story, what is the Duke’s reply? Othello says he's a man of action, so his speech will be a poor defense, but he'll give them the whole story of how he won Brabantio's daughter, and they can then judge whether he's guilty or not. What is Roderigo’s complaint, and what is Iago’s reply to it? “That Cassio loves her, I do well believe it; /That she loves him, ’tis apt, and of great credit: /The Moor,–howbeit that I endure him not, — /Is of a constant, loving, noble nature; /And, I dare think, he’ll prove to Desdemona/ A most dearhusband. She’s deceived once and probably will again. He also suspects that both Othello and Cassio were lecherous with his wife. Will they stay together or separate? What does the argument in 3.4.75-95 (between Othello & Desdemona) show about both Othello and Desdemona? Brabantio is Desdemona’s father; he is “robbed” by a Othello because he “stole” Desdemona and married her —Iago (hidden and playing on Brabantio’s prejudices) makes many “animal” references to Iago & Desdemona thus taking any beauty out of their relationship: “an old black ram is tupping your white ewe:” “you’ll have your daughter covered with a Barbary horse; you’ll have your nephews neigh to you;” “your daughter and the Moor are now making the beast with two backs”. What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? Brabantio (sometimes called Brabanzio) is a character in William Shakespeare's Othello (c. 1601–1604). What is Iago supposed to arrange for Roderigo? \ “Come hither, Moor: / I here do give thee that with all my heart/ Which, but thou hast already, with all my heart/ I would keep from thee.—For your sake, jewel,/ I am glad at soul I have no other child;/ For thy escape would teach me tyranny, / to hang clogs on them.—I have done, my lord. She would not knowingly do something to harm Desdemona, and as the importance of thehandkerchief is reveal her anxiety, guilt and feelings of betrayal grow. What responses do Iago and Othello have to seeing Cassio leave Desdemona? What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? What does Othello say of his lineage? What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? What type of stereoptypes does this imply? Asked by Anonymous on 10th January, 2010. What happens when Brabantio accuses Othello? What is Roderigo’s previous relationship with Brabantio and Desdemona? Brabantio has serious concerns with this marriage because he feels that because they would be living the military life, and would take them out of Venice and prevent Brabantio from seeing Desdemona and his future grandchildren. Desdemona pledges her duty to Othello. 12. Brabantio wants to see Desdemona with a man that he thinks is good for her, and who he believes will treat her well. She really has no defense because she cannot convincingly prove her loyalty and fidelity to Othello. Why is Othello chosen as governor of Cyprus? What powers does the Duke give him in 1.3.65-70? Act 3 scenes 2, 3, and 4. So pay attention. By being reluctant to tell Othello his thoughts and making Othello drag the information out of him, Iago did lend credibility to his tale and did hold Othello’s friendship. Othello has been entertained often and Brabantio has been a friendly host. She repeatedly asks Othello to reconcile with Cassio to the point of begging which only makes his suspicion grow. What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? Roderigo is upset that Desdemona and Othello’s union was allowed to stand, since he lusts after Desdemona. Cassio, carefully manipulated by Iago, did drink too much and chaos ensued. /My wayward husband hath ahundred times /Woo’d me to steal it; but she so loves the token,– /For he conjur’d her she shouldever keep it,– /That she reserves it evermore about her /To kiss and talk to. Why does Iago want Roderigo to anger Cassio? 13. Brabantio clearly shows his anger with Desdemona getting married to the Moor, Othello, who is a black man. He gathers his kinsmen and goes in search of Othello to her rescue. Iago. He says that she will see Othello’s old body and realize that she should exchange him for a younger man. and when I love thee not, /Chaos is come again.) Why does Iago not tell Cassio that Othello is married to Desdemona? 19. What does Iago say must happen to Desdemona? She will realize she made a mistake and leave Othello. Othello says it's a good thing that Iago didn't do anything, but Iago presses on, saying that Brabantio used "scurvy and provoking terms / Against your honour" (1.2.7-8) . -Iago told Roderigo that if he can show Cassio as being undisciplined, he can cause “these Cyprus to mutiny” and have Cassio relieved of his duty. What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? Othello sends the musicians away; he does not want to hear the music. What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? That being said Desdemona does not let what her father thinks get to her and stands by her decision by stating that her relationship with Othello is now more important than hers with her father. Asked by … Asked by Anonymous on 19th February, 2010. What warning does Brabantio give Othello? Cassio, out of friendship for Desdemona, and out of loyalty to Othello, shows deep concern for her safety and well-being. Iago wanted to plant it in Cassio’s possession to show Othello that Desdemona had given it as a favor to Cassio.-Emilia finds Desdemona’s handkerchief (given to her by Othello). Which ship arrives second? Iago simply usesRoderigo’s weaknesses against him. What happens when Brabantio accuses Othello? It is then when she realizes her husband, Iago, used her in his devious plan. What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? Because he doesn’t want Othello to know he is back stabbing him. She's deceived once and probably will again. -By encouraging and using Roderigo( Iago will “put the Moor/at least into a jealousy so strong that judgement cannot cure.” Iago will ruin Othello’s relationship with Desdemona as a means of revenge for Othello’s promoting Cassio instead of himself (Iago)-Ultimately, his plan is to topple Othello, by winning Othello’s favor and trust. These stories, Othello says, won Desdemona's love. Cassio got the promotion over Iago because his learning included theory and strategy whereas Iago’s did not. What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? He is a genteel racist: he has been very friendly to Othello and often invited him to his house to honor him and for the sake of hearing the tales of his life, but when his daughter runs away with the Moor, however, he is appalled, and convinced that witchcraft is the only explanation. Our wars are done. Drown cats and blind puppies.” (ActI.iii.p14) Furthermore, Desdemona’s love for the Moor will fade; be there and you will win her. How likely is it that Othello will keep an open mind until he has seen real proof? He is a Venetian senator and the father of Desdemona.He has entertained Othello in his home countless times before the play opens, thus giving Othello and Desdemona opportunity to fall in love. What does Othello decide and command at the end of Scene 3? “Man UP!” “It is merely a lust of blood and a permission of the will. What warning does Brabantio give to Othello? He needs Othello to lead the war against the Turks, but he also needs Brabantio's political support since Brabantio is a powerful senator. Desdemona's father, Brabantio, is a rich and important Venetian politician. How does Othello respond to this warning? Furthermore, he never believed his darling little girl would marry Othello unless she was drugged or … Cassio greets the women with great courtesy and he is happy that they have arrived safely. Roderigo is upset that Desdemona and Othello's union was allowed to stand, since he lusts after Desdemona. Iago says, “I had rather have this tongue cut from my mouth/ Than it should do offence to Michael Cassio; /Yet, I persuade myself, to speak the truth.” Iago then relates the event of the night, to which Othello replies, “I know, Iago, / Thy honesty and love doth mince this matter, / Making it light to Cassio. I’ll have the work ta’en out, /And give’t Iago: /What he will do with it heaven knows, not I; /I nothing but to please hisfantasy.” (Act III.iii.p14). Iago sparks Othello’s suspicion of Cassio and his wife being alone together by saying “Ha! How much have Iago’s suggestions about Desdemona’s “nature” worked on Othello? /I fear the trust Othello puts him in, /On some odd time of his infirmity, /Will shake this island.” “‘Tis evermore the prologue to his sleep.” (ActII.iii.p5). Othello and Desdemona have just been married. Brabantio Brabantio’s love for Desdemona. What is her relationship to Cassio? Othello’s love for Desdemona is solid as can be seen through line 93 of Act 3, Scene 3. What action does Iago talk Roderigo out of by the end of act 1? What does Brabantio tell the Duke? Will they stay together or separate? Describe Iago. 12. Why does Iago and Roderigo awaken him in the middle of the night? [“hang clogs” literally block, obstruction—but also—literally a weight attached to restrict an animals movement.-Brabantio also warns him to beware because she has deceived her father – she is very likely to deceive him as well. Brabantio. He likes Othello and invites him to visit his house a lot—but he never expected Othello to "steal" his daughter. Iago hates the Moor mostly out of jealousy and the fact than he has not chosen Iago as his lieutenant. Brabantio. /There are a kind of men so loose of soul, /That intheir sleeps will mutter their affairs: One of this kind is Cassio: /In sleep I heard him say, “Sweet Desdemona, /Let us be wary, let us hide our loves”; And then, sir, would he gripe and wring my hand, /Cry, “O sweet creature!” and then kiss me hard, /As if he pluck’d up kisses by the roots, That grew upon my lips: then laid his leg /Over my thigh, and sigh’d and kiss’d; and then /Cried, “Cursed fate that gave thee to the Moor!” (Act III.iii.p19) After he piques Othello’s suspicions once again, he says a dream is not hard poof; it is simply a dream. What is a second reason Iago reveals for his dislike of Othello? Why does Iago hate Othello? What is Roderigo’s complaint, and what is Iago’s reply to it? What has moved him from love to jealousy? Perdition catch my soul, /But I do love thee! It is possible for others to mistake his friendship and courtesy for Desdemona for romantic love. 19. What he really wants to know is if Desdemona has been unfaithful.”That handkerchief Did an Egyptian to my mother give; /She was a charmer, and could almost read /The thoughts of people: she told her, while she kept it, /’Twould make her amiable and subdue my father /Entirely to her love; but if she lost it /Or made a gift of it, my father’s eye /Should hold her loathed, and his spirits should hunt /After new fancies: she, dying, gave it me; /And bid me, when my fate would have me wive, /To give it her.