Othello Act 2

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Who does Cassio get into a fight with?

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Cassio gets into a fight with Roderigo then Montano.

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What literary lens do these lines address? Iago: "Come on, come on. You are pictures out of door, bells in your parlors, wild-cats in your kitchens, saints in your injuries, devils being offended, players in your housewifery, and housewives in your beds." Desdemona: "Oh, fie upon thee, slanderer!"

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The literary lens addressed is Gender.

Front

What was going on at sea?

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There was a huge storm & the Turks were destroyed.

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What do these lines indicate about Iago's suspicions? Iago: "I hate the Moor, and it is thought abroad that 'twixt my sheets he's done my office. For that I do suspect the lusty Moor hath leaped into my seat. The thought whereof doth, like a poisonous mineral, gnaw my inwards, and nothing can or shall content my soul till I am evened with him, wife for wife."

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Iago thinks that Othello has slept with Emilia.

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How does Iago plan to get revenge on Othello?

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Iago plans to make Othello jealous.

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Define the term 'tragic hero' in the context of Othello.

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A tragic hero is a character who makes a judgment error that inevitably leads to their own destruction. In Othello, the protagonist's jealousy and insecurity lead to his downfall.

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What role does jealousy play in Othello Act 2?

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Jealousy serves as a driving force for Iago's manipulation of Othello and Cassio, ultimately leading to conflict and tragedy.

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Explain the significance of Iago's soliloquies in Act 2.

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Iago's soliloquies reveal his true intentions and motivations, providing insight into his manipulative nature and the themes of deception and betrayal.

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What is the importance of the setting in Act 2 of Othello?

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The setting in Act 2, primarily in Cyprus, symbolizes the isolation and vulnerability of the characters, heightening the tension and drama.

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How does Iago manipulate Roderigo in Act 2?

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Iago manipulates Roderigo by exploiting his love for Desdemona, convincing him that he can win her affection and using him as a pawn in his schemes.