Othello Act II Scene 1

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Severe criticism or harsh scolding.

Back

castigation

Front

Mental sharpness and inventiveness; keen intelligence.

Back

wit

Front

In this passage, Iago compares himself to what? "With as little a web as this will I ensnare as / great a fly as Cassio."

Back

a spider

Front

Bribe or otherwise convince (someone) to commit an unlawful act.

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suborn

Front

In Act II Scene 1, what happens to the Turkish fleet of ships?

Back

It's destroyed in a storm.

Front

What is the primary theme of jealousy in Othello?

Back

Jealousy leads to manipulation and tragedy.

Front

Define the term 'tragic hero' as it relates to Othello.

Back

A tragic hero is a character who makes a judgment error that inevitably leads to their own destruction.

Front

What role does Iago play in Othello's downfall?

Back

Iago manipulates Othello's insecurities and uses deceit to orchestrate his downfall.

Front

Explain the significance of the handkerchief in Act II Scene 1.

Back

The handkerchief symbolizes Othello's love for Desdemona and becomes a tool for Iago's manipulation.

Front

What does the storm represent in Act II Scene 1?

Back

The storm symbolizes chaos and foreshadows the turmoil in Othello's life.