Iago is a major character that illustrates the essence of manipulation. ... Iago's lies create an atmosphere of suspicion and doubt and lead to the demise of all the main characters. ... If thou be'st/ valiant -as, they say, base men being in love have/ then a nobility in their natures more that is native to/ them-list me. ... He manipulates all of the characters and causes them to become confused with reality and the lies Iago tells. ...

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