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Brabantio is Desdemona's father. He becomes very upset when Desdemona elopes with Othello and accuses Othello of committing witchcraft in order to woo his daughter. Othello denies any wrongdoing and Brabantio warns Othello that if Desdemona deceived her father, she can deceive Othello as well. Brabantio dies from a broken-heart resulting from Desdemona's marriage.
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How did Othello meet Desdemona?
Othello was a frequent guest at the house of Desdemona's father.
Who married Othello?
Desdemona marries Othello at the beginning of the play against her father's will. The two secretly marry.
What do Iago and Roderigo hope to accomplish by shouting insulting remarks about Othello and Desdemona under Brabantio's window?
They want Desdemona's father, Brabantio, to come out and kill Othello, because they know that Desdemona and Othello are getting illegally wedded. Iago hates Othello and wants him dead because Cassio gave Othello a position in the military that Iago believed he deserved.
How would you describe a modern Othello?
The same way I would describe any other Othello. Othello is still Othello no matter what clothes you put him in.
Is Othello humor?
Shakespeare's Othello is essentially a tragedy
Who is Brabanito in the story Othello?
Desdemonas father and one of the senators of venice.
Who is Desdemonas uncle in Othello?
othello
Who was Desdemonas love?
Othello
What is the love of Othello and Desdemona based on?
desdemonas pity of othellos life struggles
Who is Desdemonas father?
Brabantio(a senator)
Why Desdemonas father so upset about her marriage?
Desdemona's father, Brabantio, is upset about her marriage to Othello because he feels betrayed and believes that Othello has used witchcraft or manipulation to win Desdemona's affection. As a Venetian nobleman, he harbors racial prejudices against Othello, a Moor, and is distressed by the idea of his daughter marrying someone outside their social and racial circle. Brabantio's anger is compounded by the notion that Desdemona has defied paternal authority and societal expectations.
What is Desdemonas personal traits?
Desdemona exhibits qualities such as kindness, loyalty, and innocence. She is portrayed as a devoted and loving wife to Othello, displaying patience and understanding in her interactions with him. Desdemona is also known for her boldness in defying societal expectations by marrying Othello against her father's wishes.
Why does Iago want Desdemonas handkerchief?
Iago wants Desdemona's handkerchief because it serves as a crucial piece of evidence to manipulate Othello into believing that Desdemona is unfaithful. The handkerchief, a gift from Othello, symbolizes their love and trust; by obtaining it, Iago aims to create doubt and jealousy in Othello's mind. This manipulation is part of Iago's broader scheme to destroy Othello and achieve his own ambitions.
Who is Brabantio's brother?
Brabantio is the father of Desdemona in Shakespeare's play Othello.
Why is iago now planning Desdemonas downfall?
Iago doesn't like other people to be happy because he is so unhappy himself, notwithstanding the fake "honest Iago" persona he has developed. Since Desdemona is happy in her marriage to Othello, Iago wants to destroy her in the process of destroying Othello.
How did Othello meet Desdemona?
Othello was a frequent guest at the house of Desdemona's father.
What warning does brabantio give to Othello in Othello?
"She has deceived her father and may you." Basically, if she could lie to her father she could lie to her husband.
