Neither. Othello was the captain, Cassio the lieutenant and Iago the ensign.
Othello promoted Cassio as his lieutenant instead of Iago.
Iago suggests to Othello by counter-suggestion that his wife is having an affair with his lieutenant Cassio.
Roderigo stabs Cassio. Of course, at the time he does so, Cassio is no longer Othello's lieutenant, since Othello has fired him and hired Iago instead. And nobody stabs Iago, unfortunately.
He is Othello's standard bearer and third ranking officer. Othello as General with Cassio as Lieutenant
Lieutenant.
Othello promoted Cassio as his lieutenant instead of Iago.
Iago suggests to Othello by counter-suggestion that his wife is having an affair with his lieutenant Cassio.
Roderigo stabs Cassio. Of course, at the time he does so, Cassio is no longer Othello's lieutenant, since Othello has fired him and hired Iago instead. And nobody stabs Iago, unfortunately.
He is Othello's standard bearer and third ranking officer. Othello as General with Cassio as Lieutenant
Lieutenant.
He says that Othello placed Cassio as his lieutenant instead of him.
In Shakespeare's "Othello," the letters that Othello gives to Iago are orders for the promotion of Cassio to lieutenant, which Iago uses to further manipulate Othello. These letters symbolize Othello's trust in Iago, as he believes Iago is his loyal ensign. However, Iago's ulterior motives lead to betrayal and deceit, using the letters as a means to orchestrate Othello's downfall. The letters ultimately serve as a catalyst for the tragic events that unfold in the play.
After being made lieutenant, Othello tasks Iago with helping him oversee the troops and manage military matters. Iago is expected to provide strategic advice, coordinate operations, and ensure discipline among the soldiers under Othello's command. Additionally, Othello entrusts Iago with important confidential information and relies on him for loyalty and support in both military and personal matters.
Iago seeks revenge on Othello primarily due to feelings of betrayal and jealousy. He is resentful because Othello promoted Cassio to lieutenant over him, despite Iago's loyalty and experience. Additionally, Iago suspects that Othello has been involved with his wife, Emilia, which fuels his desire for vengeance. This combination of personal grievances drives Iago to manipulate and destroy Othello's life.
Three.
In Shakespeare's play "Othello," the character who defends Othello is Cassio, Othello's loyal lieutenant. After Othello is manipulated by Iago into believing that Desdemona has been unfaithful, Cassio attempts to support Othello and restore his honor. Additionally, Emilia, Iago's wife, also defends Othello by revealing the truth about Iago’s deceit at the end of the play. Their efforts highlight Othello's noble character, despite the tragic circumstances he faces.
No. His conniving had small benefit to him. It is true that he was able to replace Cassio as Othello's lieutenant, but almost immediately thereafter he did his level best to bring Othello (and thus his newly won position) down. There was no benefit to Iago in doing so.