Othello was a character of changing attitude, depending on the situation. ... As in all Shakespearian tragedies, however, the main character has one fatal flaw. ... Due to the deception of Iago, Othello begins to become wary of Desdemona and Cassio. ... Othello is within earshot but not sight of Cassio while Cassio speaks to a woman of whom he sleeps with. ... She tries to dissuade him from his actions, and begs that he listen to her for one night so that she may prove her moral character to Othello. ...

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Othello: Truth in Life The realization of truth in people's everyday lives is seen though the character analysis in the play Othello by William Shakespeare. ... (Rowse,268) He is also upset because General Othello names Cassio lieutenant instead of the ancient Iago. ... Desdemona's character traits only assist in Othello's suspicion of unfaithfulness. (Kernan) Her innocent trust in all men causes her to plea to her husband for the restoration of Cassio's position, (Kernan) catching her in precious innocence. ... Desdemona's chastity is question in a world where ever...

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• Has Bibliography
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In Othello the tricked character is Othello himself being tricked by Iago. ... In Tartuffe the tricked character is Orgon who is being tricked by Tartuffe. ... Another time this is seen is when Cassio says this to Iago: "Not tonight, good Iago."(2.3.27) Here, although Cassio is telling Iago no he still addresses him as good Iago showing that he believes him to be good and truthful. ... He has Emilia steal it and shows it to Othello claiming that he found it in Cassio's room even though he didn't. ...

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• Grade Level: High School