The terms directed toward him include "Moor" (I.i.57), "thick-lips" (I.i.66), "an old black ram" (I.i.88), and "a Barbary horse" (I.i.113). ... The enemies pose the challenge necessary for a hero to establish an honorable battle. ... To further augment Othello's image of righteousness, the allies represent support in the battle. ... Without these, what point does the aforementioned battle between good and evil do? ... It is yet another testament of the evils of racism in the world. ...

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