| how does the setting shift? | it now takes place on the island of cyprus |
| Why is Desdemona worried about Othello | Becasue Othello is leaving Cyprus to go fight on his ship |
| Do Iago and Rodrigo really think that Cassio and Desdemona are lovers | no, it was just a rumor |
| who does Iago suspect of having an affair with his wife | Cassio |
| what does Iago’s speech reveal about how he feels about women | that he does not respect women |
| What is Iago trying to convince Rodrigo | that Desdemona will get tired of Othello and now is your chance to make a move |
| what backs up Iago | he said that Desdemona is that type of lady |
| how is what Iago sadi to othello different from what he said to Roderigo about Desdemona | he thinks he is noble and has a loving character |
| whats the effect of the repeated word honest, what is this an example of? | a constant reminder of the dramatic irony inherent in Iago’s dealings. None of the characters in the play have any idea of Iago’s plans and evil intentions |
| How does Iago try to tempt Cassio? does it work? | his first plan is to get cassio drunk, second plan is to get Rodrigo all fired up and fight cassio, first plan works but his second does not |
| why do you think that Iago makes sure Cassio gets drunk | So he will not be in control of himself.and spill about Desdemona and fight Roderigo |
| what does Montano now believe about Cassio as a result of Iagos manipulations | Cassio fights offstage with Roderigo, and comes forth, chasing him; Montano tries to hinder Cassio, but Cassio just ends up injuring him. Montano feels that Iago is out of control. |
| what is Iago pretending to be? | Iago plays Othello’s loyal friend, something he most definitely is not. |
| how does Othello punish Cassio for fighting | Dismisses him from service. |
| What flaws does Othello show in his speech | Self-consciousness would be his biggest flaw, in addition to being incapable of showing his wife love on a personal level. He cannot separate their public and private relationship. |
| how does Iago get cassio to go to Desdemona | he said that he might get his position back if shes on his side |
| Would shit now have gone down if cassio didn’t drink. what if he didn’t succumb to peer pressure | yes he might have never fought Rodrigo, because Iago basically forced him to |
othello act 2
July 23, 2019