Othello Act I Flashcard

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What is Othello's perception of Iago in Act One?

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Othello trusts Iago wholeheartedly and entrusts his wife's safety to him.

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How does Rodrigo feel about Othello's marriage to Desdemona?

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Rodrigo is jealous because he loves Desdemona.

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Why does the senate send Othello to Cyprus?

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To defend the island from a Turkish attack.

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What is Iago's primary motivation in the opening scene of 'Othello'?

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Iago's primary motivation is his desire for revenge.

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What does Iago mean when he says, 'I am not what I am'?

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He is hiding his true intentions.

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Who is Iago's main target for manipulation in Act One?

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Othello.

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What role does Desdemona play in Othello's life?

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Desdemona is Othello's wife and a central figure in the plot.

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What is the significance of Iago's manipulation in the play?

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Iago's manipulation drives the plot and leads to the tragic downfall of Othello.

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How does Othello's status as an outsider affect his character?

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Othello's status as a Moor in Venetian society makes him vulnerable to manipulation.

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What theme is introduced through Rodrigo's jealousy?

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The theme of jealousy and its destructive consequences.