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What does the discussion of women between Desdemona and Iago in 2.1 tell us about them?
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Why does Iago carefully observe the way Cassio greet Desdemona?
Iago realizes that Cassio greets Desdemona romantically, and with a kiss on the cheek. Supposably that's how you greet the women politely.
Who does Othello entrust Desdemona to?
To Iago. Iago does manage to get Desdemona safely to Cyprus. He doesn't do much about getting her back.
Who accompanies desdemona to Cyprus?
Iago and Emilia are on the same boat as Desdemona.
Why didnt Iago simply tell Othello right away that Desdemona and Cassio were having an affair?
If Iago had told Othello right out that they were having an affair, Othello might consider that he had a motive for saying so. It would become an issue of "Who is lying? Iago or Desdemona?" and Othello would probably believe Desdemona. But by planting the seed of suspicion and then feeding it by downplaying it, Iago makes sure that Othello is not even aware that it is Iago that is telling him about the supposed affair. He thinks he's finding it out for himself. This way it does not become a credibility issue between Desdemona and Iago.
How will Iago's advice to Cassio work in Iago's favor?
Iago advises Cassio to ask Desdemona to plead on his behalf. This will help Iago poison Othello's mind, as Desdemona will appear to be doing so out of her (illicit) love for Cassio.
Why does Iago carefully observe the way Cassio greet Desdemona?
Iago realizes that Cassio greets Desdemona romantically, and with a kiss on the cheek. Supposably that's how you greet the women politely.
Women in Othello?
Women in Othello are:Desdemona- Othello's wifeEmilia- Iago's wife and Desdemona's companionBianca- loves Cassio
Who does Othello entrust Desdemona to?
To Iago. Iago does manage to get Desdemona safely to Cyprus. He doesn't do much about getting her back.
Who accompanies desdemona to Cyprus?
Iago and Emilia are on the same boat as Desdemona.
Why didnt Iago simply tell Othello right away that Desdemona and Cassio were having an affair?
If Iago had told Othello right out that they were having an affair, Othello might consider that he had a motive for saying so. It would become an issue of "Who is lying? Iago or Desdemona?" and Othello would probably believe Desdemona. But by planting the seed of suspicion and then feeding it by downplaying it, Iago makes sure that Othello is not even aware that it is Iago that is telling him about the supposed affair. He thinks he's finding it out for himself. This way it does not become a credibility issue between Desdemona and Iago.
How will Iago's advice to Cassio work in Iago's favor?
Iago advises Cassio to ask Desdemona to plead on his behalf. This will help Iago poison Othello's mind, as Desdemona will appear to be doing so out of her (illicit) love for Cassio.
Who is a lady-in-waiting in Othello?
Emilia, Iago's wife. She is an interesting character. She receives no respect from Iago, but she trusts him. She is much more realistic than the lady she serves, Desdemona, but she is also devoted to Desdemona, and dies--at Iago's hand--defending Desdemona's honor.
How does Iago see Desdemona and how does Cassio see Desdemona?
Cassio sees Desdemona as a sort of secular Virgin Mary, as from the quote, "O behold...Hail to thee lady!". On the other hand, Iago sees Desdemona as competition for Othello's affections.
How does Iago get back in Othello's good graces?
Iago tells Cassio that he must persuade Othello to reinstate him. He says "the general's wife is now our general" and so the best way to persuade Othello is to get Desdemona to plead on Cassio's behalf. Since Iago has also told Othello that Desdemona and Cassio are having an affair, the harder Desdemona pleads, the worse it is going to look for both her and Cassio.
What does the argument in 3.4.75-95 show about Desdemona and Othello?
Casio asks Desdemona to ask Othello to reinstate Iago. This is all per Iago's request. ChaCha!
How does iago manage to get desdemona and cassio together?
He tells Cassio to ask Desdemona for her help to get him reinstated.
Whose downfall was Iago responsible for?
Othello and desdemona
