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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.
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What thing did emilia gie to iago and what did iago intend to do with it?
She found a handkerchief, and iago wanted her to copy it.
In the story Othello who takes the handkerchief to iago?
Iago's wife Emilia.
What proof does Othello want?
Iago brings Othello his handkerchief that Othello has given Desdemona and tells him it was in Cassio's house.
Why is the handkerchief so important to Othello?
Iago offers the handkerchief as the supposed proof of Desdemona's infidelity.
How does Bianca's return with the handkerchief help Iago?
She confirms without any prompting, that Cassio gave the handkerchief to her, thus corroborating Iago's accusation that Desdemona gave it to Cassio
What thing did emilia gie to iago and what did iago intend to do with it?
She found a handkerchief, and iago wanted her to copy it.
In the story Othello who takes the handkerchief to iago?
Iago's wife Emilia.
What does Othello want?
Iago brings Othello his handkerchief that Othello has given Desdemona and tells him it was in Cassio's house.
What proof does Othello want?
Iago brings Othello his handkerchief that Othello has given Desdemona and tells him it was in Cassio's house.
Why is the handkerchief so important to Othello?
Iago offers the handkerchief as the supposed proof of Desdemona's infidelity.
How does Bianca's return with the handkerchief help Iago?
She confirms without any prompting, that Cassio gave the handkerchief to her, thus corroborating Iago's accusation that Desdemona gave it to Cassio
What does iago intend on doing with the handkerchief?
Iago intends to use the handkerchief as a key piece of evidence to manipulate Othello into believing that Desdemona is unfaithful. By planting the handkerchief, which was given to Desdemona by Othello, in Cassio's possession, Iago aims to provoke Othello’s jealousy and rage, ultimately driving him to take drastic actions against Desdemona and Cassio. This deception is central to Iago's broader scheme of revenge and betrayal throughout the play.
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.
When does Othello have his epiphany?
When he hears Emilia say that she stole the handkerchief and gave it to Iago.
What thing does emilia find and give to lago intend to do with it?
Emilia finds Desdemona's handkerchief and unknowingly gives it to Iago. Iago intends to use the handkerchief as false evidence to manipulate Othello into believing that Desdemona has been unfaithful.
How is iago able to prove that cassio had Desdemona's handkerchief?
They overhear a conversation between Cassio and Bianca in which Bianca produces the handkerchief and demands to know why Cassio is giving her another woman's handkerchief. This proves that Cassio had the handkerchief and gave it away.
What does emilia tell Othello in Othello?
Emilia tells Othello several things but the most notable are, in the order they appear in the play: That it can't be possible that Desdemona is cheating on him, and that someone must be telling him lies.It was Emilia who had found the handkerchief and given it to Iago. Emilia puts together the whole story, and attempts to tell it to Othello.Desdemona loved Othello and was faithful and loyal.
