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Venice represents civilization and order whilst Cyprus symbolizes barbaric actions and chaos.

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One play set in both Venice and Cyprus?

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Venice Venice He is sent from Venice to Cyprus to protect the city from the Turkish invasion.


In which two countries was Othello Play set?

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Which ship from Venice arrived first in Othello?

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Will desdemona go to Cyprus or stay in Venice?

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Who is duke of Venice in the merchant of the Venice?

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