What is the purpose of Act 2 Scene 3 in Othello?
Othello retires to enjoy his first night with his bride, leaving Cassio in charge of the island’s security. Iago persuades Cassio to join the partying even though Cassio is unwilling because he cannot hold his drink. Iago ensures Cassio gets drunk before he goes on watch, where Roderigo picks a quarrel with him.
What does Iago reveal in his soliloquy in Act 2 Scene 3?
Iago’s soliloquy of self-justification contains a twisted echo of Cassio’s “Do not think I am drunk” speech. He has now refined his plan and outlines the diabolical details: Cassio will plead with Desdemona, who will plead with Othello. Iago will tell Othello that Desdemona wants Cassio back for sexual purposes.
What are the three major themes in Othello?
Some of the major themes in this play include racial prejudice, manipulation, and jealousy. Specifically, Othello is regarded as a beast by other characters because he is black. Iago is jealous of Cassio because Othello promotes him to a higher military position.
How does Iago manipulate Othello Act 2 Scene 3?
Othello keeps up his strong, quiet dignity in contrast to Iago’s flurry of manipulations. By saying he doesn’t know what happened, Iago makes it look like he is trying to protect Cassio.. Iago speaks, saying that it pains him to cause any harm to Cassio but that he must tell the truth as Othello commands.
What is Iago’s plan?
Once Cassio leaves to fetch the revelers, Iago tells the audience his plan: Roderigo and three other Cypriots, all of whom are drunk, will join Iago and Cassio on guard duty. Amidst all the drunkards, Iago will lead Cassio into committing an action that will disgrace him.
What advice does Iago give Cassio in Act 2 Scene 3 that will help further Iago’s plan?
Iago tells Cassio that reputation does not matter as much he thinks it does and it is temporary. What advice does Iago give to Cassio in Act 2 Scene 3? Iago tells Cassio to get close to Desdemona for she will be able to indirectly get his job back. This is to help Iago’s Plan.
How does Cassio describe Desdemona to Montano?
Cassio describes to Montano Othello’s new wife, Desdemona, with respect and a little awe as “our great captain’s captain” (74). He decides to focus on his courteous manners and attentions to Desdemona. ” . . . With as little web as this will I ensnare as great a fly as Cassio.
What was the purpose of Iago’s plan in Act 2?
What was the purpose of Iago’s plan? Iago wants to make Othello jealous, he wants to ruin othello’s relationship with Desdemona and ruin Othello all together.