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Iago claims he practices on Othello to manipulate him by exploiting his insecurities and weaknesses, particularly his jealousy and trust in others. He views Othello as a pawn in his larger scheme for revenge against those he feels have wronged him, particularly Cassio and Othello himself. Iago's actions are driven by a desire for power and control, demonstrating his deep-seated cynicism and malice. Ultimately, he seeks to reveal the vulnerability of Othello's character, highlighting the destructive potential of manipulation and deceit.
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What does Othello say about Iago's account of the fight?
Othello said that Iago is such a loyal friend to Cassio that Iago told about the fight in a way that looked better on Cassio. Even so, Othello fires Cassio and understands that Iago did what any friend would do.
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.
What advice does Iago give the overwhelmed Othello?
When Othello is overcome with grief after hearing rumours of his wife, Desdemona, committing adultery, Iago tells him to seek revenge. Othello is convinced that she has hurt his honour and his good name therefore following Iago's advice. Othello suggests poisoning her so he would not soil her beauty (as Othello is battling with himself because he still loves Desdemona) but Iago suggests a far more ironic way of murder. To smother her in the bedsheets in which she committed the offence.
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 was Iago's plan?
Iago is extremely jealous of both Cassio and Othello. His plan is to make Othello believe that Desdimonia has committed adultery with Cassio. That way, Cassio will be fired from his high military status and Othello will loose the love of his life (Desdimonia, his wife.)
Why doesn't Iago tell Othello about Desdemona's and Casio's affair?
Because Othello would never believe him if Iago just told him. Iago wants Othello to believe that Desdemona and Cassio are having an affair (which they are not), and so goes about it in a much more devious and effective way. He starts off making little comments under his breath, like "Oh, I like not that." and then the more Othello presses him to tell what he is thinking, the more reluctant Iago appears to be. He says he doesn't really know anything, it's probably really innocent, he doesn't want to get anyone in trouble, BUT . . . and then relates some mildly suspicious incident. As Othello gets hooked and forces Iago to tell more and more, Iago makes up more and more increasingly suspicious incidents. Othello believes him because he seems reluctant to say anything, and also because everyone calls him "Honest Iago". This is textbook con artist technique. And Iago uses it over and over, gulling people right left and centre throughout the play. Shakespeare's depiction of this kind of deception is masterful.
Is iago jealous of Othello or cassio?
Both. In a way. He is jealous of Othello because he has everything he wants: a high rank and a beautiful wife from a upper class family. He is jealous of Cassio because Othello has promoted him to Lieutenant and not him.
How does iago manipulate cassio after the lieutenant's humiliating dismissal?
He tells him that the best way for him to get his place back is to get Desdemona to plead with Othello, which would probably be good advice if Iago had not at the same time suggested to Othello that Desdemona was having an affair with Cassio. Because of Iago's suggestion, Desdemona's concern for Cassio looks like confirmation of her having an affair with him.
How does Othello plan to kill desdemona?
Iago says, "Do it not with poison. Strangle her in her bed, even the bed she hath contaminated." Iago's advice is to kill her in her bed, not to use the bedsheet (you could strangle someone that way, but that's not what Iago says). Othello responds with "Good, good! The justice of it pleases! Very good!"
Who will get the blame for the attack on Cassio if Iago has his way?
Othello will recieve the blame for the attack on Cassio because roderigo has died and everyone already knows that Othello has enough hatred on cassio because of his jealousy.
Why does Othello want Cassio and Desdemona dead?
Othello, manipulated by Iago's deceitful machinations, believes that Cassio is involved in an affair with his wife, Desdemona. Consumed by jealousy and convinced of their betrayal, Othello sees their deaths as a way to restore his honor and eliminate the perceived threat to his marriage. This tragic misjudgment ultimately leads him to act against both characters, driven by the falsehoods that Iago has woven around him.
Why did iago stab emilia?
Iago stabbed Emilia because he felt betrayed by her for revealing his manipulations and schemes. Emilia had exposed Iago's role in the downfall of Othello and Desdemona, which threatened Iago's plans and his sense of control. In a fit of rage and to silence her, he killed her, demonstrating his ruthless and duplicitous nature. This act underscores Iago's willingness to eliminate anyone who stands in the way of his ambitions.
