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How does Shakespeare use Desdemona's handkerchief dramatically and symbolically?
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Dramatically, the handkerchief is a MacGuffin; it is an object which keeps the plot going because of the pursuit of it. Iago gets possession of it then implants the suggestion in Othello's mind that Desdemona has given it away. Othello's pursuit of it becomes his pursuit of evidence to prove adultery. In the end it also is the object which unmasks Iago and brings about the horrible realization of the truth in Othello.
The handkerchief symbolizes Othello and Desdemona's love and wedded bliss. He gave it to Desdemona as he gave her his love and asked her to be his wife. Later Iago makes him believe that she has given the handkerchief to Cassio, symbolizing her giving her love and her body sexually to Cassio, which should have been between her and Othello. Finally it is revealed that the handkerchief was stolen, symbolizing that Iago has stolen Othello's love for Desdemona and replaced it with hate, and has stolen their marital happiness from them.
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Who was Desdemonas love?
Othello
Who is Desdemonas uncle in Othello?
othello
Who is Desdemonas father?
Brabantio(a senator)
Who is Brabanito in the story Othello?
Desdemonas father and one of the senators of venice.
What is the love of Othello and Desdemona based on?
desdemonas pity of othellos life struggles
Who was Desdemonas love?
Othello
Who is Desdemonas uncle in Othello?
othello
Who is Desdemonas father?
Brabantio(a senator)
Who is Brabanito in the story Othello?
Desdemonas father and one of the senators of venice.
What is the love of Othello and Desdemona based on?
desdemonas pity of othellos life struggles
If you were in Desdemonas position how would you deal with Othellos apparently bizarre behavior?
I would write my own English paper with my own ideas.
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.
What is the rising action of Cinderella?
Othello -( A play of love turned into tragedy due to jealousy) Act 1 : Exposition Iago had a conversation with Rodrigo about the position he thinks he deserves as Cassio. Act 2: Rising Action Othello appointed Cassio as Leutenant. Iago was so upset about it, because he really wants that position but unfortunately he doesnt get it. Due to the position that he doesnt get. He decided to take a revenge by Othello Act 3 : Climax Iago uses Othellos weakness in love to take revenge of him. Iago planted a seed of doubt to Othellos mind. That is by mentioning that he saw Cassio using the Handkerchief that he gave Desdemona as a gift. Act 4 Falling Action Othello was convienced that Desdemona and Cassio had a Relationship. He commanded Iago to kill Cassio Act 5 Catastrophe Iago killed Roderigo unexpectedly and Cassio was just wounded, Iago killed his wife Emilia, because he was affraid that Emilia will tell the truth to Othello and his life would be in danger. Othello ended Desdemonas life and afterwards he killed himself aswell. I hope it helps! Good luck
