Othello Character Relationships and Motivations

The transcript describes a scene from a play where Roderigo and Iago discuss their grievances. Roderigo is upset about Desdemona, while Iago reveals his hatred for Othello, who chose Michael Cassio over him for a promotion. Iago manipulates Roderigo and Brabantio, Desdemona's father, to turn against Othello. Brabantio initially doubts their claims but eventually decides to confront Othello, believing his daughter is missing.

Who is Roderigo interested in?

• Othello

• Desdemona

• Iago

• Brabantio

What is the relationship between Desdemona and Brabantio?

• Uncle and niece

• Husband and wife

• Brother and sister

• Father and daughter

Why is Roderigo upset with Iago?

• Iago betrayed him

• Iago owes him money

• Iago failed to help him with Desdemona

• Iago insulted him

What is unclear about Roderigo's payments to Iago?

• The recipient of the payments

• The reason for the payments

• The method of payment

• The amount of money

Who did Othello choose as his lieutenant instead of Iago?

• Roderigo

• Desdemona

• Brabantio

• Michael Cassio

What is Othello's background as mentioned by Iago?

• He is a Moor

• He is a senator

• He is a merchant

• He is a prince

What does Iago plan to do while pretending to be loyal to Othello?

• Betray Brabantio

• Support Roderigo

• Deceive Othello

• Help Othello

What does Iago reveal about his intentions towards Othello?

• He wants to promote him

• He intends to betray him

• He plans to support him

• He wishes to marry Desdemona

What does Iago call Othello to describe his background?

• A senator

• A Moor

• A merchant

• A prince

How does Iago provoke Brabantio about Desdemona?

• By praising Othello

• By using offensive language

• By offering money

• By threatening him