Shakespeare Today: Othello - Act 3 Summary

This video provides a summary of Act 3 of Shakespeare's Othello, focusing on Iago's manipulation of Cassio and Desdemona. Iago convinces Cassio to seek Desdemona's help, leading to misunderstandings that fuel Othello's jealousy. Iago's deceit deepens as he suggests an affair between Desdemona and Cassio, using a handkerchief as false evidence. Othello's suspicions grow, leading to a confrontation with Desdemona. The act concludes with Bianca receiving the handkerchief from Cassio, setting the stage for further conflict.

What advice does Iago give to Cassio to regain his position?

• To ask Desdemona for help

• To apologize to Othello directly

• To leave the city

• To challenge Othello to a duel

How does Iago manipulate Othello's perception of Desdemona and Cassio's relationship?

• By bribing Othello with money

• By showing Othello a forged letter

• By suggesting they are more than friends

• By threatening Desdemona

What does Othello ask Iago to do after becoming suspicious of Desdemona?

• To confront Cassio directly

• To have Emilia watch Desdemona and Cassio

• To leave the city

• To write a letter to the Duke

What item does Desdemona drop, which becomes crucial to Iago's plan?

• A letter

• A ring

• A necklace

• A handkerchief

What does Cassio ask Bianca to do with the handkerchief?

• To sell it

• To return it to Desdemona

• To copy its design

• To burn it