One such example is when Iago describes Cassio's fight with Roderigo to his commander, Othello. ... As literary critic Morris White notes, His government works smoothly. ... Implanting the suspicion of Desdemona's infidelity into Othello's mind is especially easy, considering the fact that Othello and Desdemona were newlyweds and Othello had already begun to have doubts as to how she could love an uncultured Moor as himself. Iago uses Othello's insecurities as well as his trust and confidence in Iago to turn Othello into a pawn in his reputation damaging game. ... By c...

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In looking at only two of Shakespeare's works, Hamlet and Othello, one can note how elements of the governmental structure are presented in demonstrations of obedience. ... In Othello, Othello commits the sin of murder. ... After killing his wife, Othello's whole world was taken from him. ... It can be argued that God was punishing Othello for his evil ways. ... Emilia, as she begins to realize what has led Othello to murder his wife, exclaims, "O God! ...

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• Grade Level: High School