Othello

Othello

1. Act 1, Scene 1:

   • The scene opens to fighting between Rodergio and Iago.
     • Othello and Desdemona are married and Rodergio wanted her love
       • Cassio has been promoted to Otellos place
         • They go to Brabantio and pretend that he has been robbed

2. Key Quotes in Scene One:

   • Iago "I follow to serve my turn upon him"
     • Iago: " I am not what I am"
       • Iago " Though I do hate him as I do hell pains"
         • I must show out a flag and sign of love"

3. Act 1, Scene 2:

   • The plot:
     • Iago is at Othellos house
       • Pretends to be loyal
   • Drama:
     • Views of Othello are biased
       • Iago feigns loyalty and concern for Othello
         • Scene of drama and tension:
           • 1) War in Cyprus, forces want Othello
             • 2) Swords drawn when B enters.
   • Character Development:
     • Iago: pretends to be loyal, convincing,
       • provoking, quick-witted
         • Othello: remains calm during violence, vunerable
           • conscious of his integrity, declares love