Othello

Othello

William Shakespeare

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period and reason for writing

Plot

Curiosity

Characters

Plot's setting

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Plot

"Otello" is a tragedy by William Shakespeare that tells the story of the Moorish general, Otello, who is manipulated by his ensign, Iago, into believing that his wife, Desdemona, has been unfaithful. Iago's jealousy and deceit lead to a tragic chain of events, including Otello's eventual murder of Desdemona, followed by his own suicide upon realizing the truth.

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Characters

Otello: The Moorish general of the Venetian army, deeply in love with his wife, Desdemona.

Desdemona: Otello's wife, a noblewoman from Venice, known for her innocence and purity..

Iago: Otello's ensign, who harbors deep resentment and jealousy towards both Otello and Cassio.

Cassio: Otello's loyal lieutenant, who becomes a pawn in Iago's schemes.

Emilia: Desdemona's maid and Iago's wife, unwittingly becomes entangled in Iago's treacherous plans.

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Characters

Roderigo: A foolish nobleman who is manipulated by Iago in his pursuit of Desdemona..

Brabantio: Desdemona's father, who initially disapproves of her marriage to Otello.

Lodovico: A Venetian nobleman who witnesses the tragic events unfold in Cyprus.

Montano: The governor of Cyprus, who is injured in a fight provoked by Iago.

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Bianca: A courtesan in Cyprus who is in love with Cassio.

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Plot's setting

It is set primarily in Venice and Cyprus during the late 16th century. The exact age of Othello, the protagonist, is not specified in the play, but he is portrayed as a seasoned military leader, likely in his thirties or older..

"Othello"is divided into five acts. Each act consists of multiple scenes that progress the narrative and develop the characters. The division into acts helps to structure the play and build tension leading to the tragic conclusion.

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Period and reason of writing

Shakespeare wrote "Othello" around 1603-1604. The exact reasons for why he wrote it are not definitively known, but it was likely influenced by his interest in exploring themes of jealousy, betrayal, and race relations, as well as drawing from source material, such as Italian literature and historical events.

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Curiosity

"Othello" is one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies, known for its exploration of themes like jealousy, deception, and racial prejudice. The play is renowned for its complex characters and psychological depth, making it a timeless piece of literature that continues to captivate audiences and spark discussions about race, gender, and power.

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Quote

"Excellent wretch! Perdition catch my soulBut I do love thee! And when I love thee not, Chaos is come again." - Othello, Act 3, Scene 3"

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Who is killed by Othello?

Desmodona

Iago

Roderigo

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Question 2 of 3

Where is the story set?

Cyprus

Venice

Rome

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Question 3 of 3

What literary genre is "Othello"?

Comedy

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