Othello Themes

Othello Themes

1. Jealousy

   • Iago's jealousy of Cassio's appointment
   • Jealousy is the green eyed monster which doth mock the meet it feeds on
   • controlling
   • jealousy leads to revenge which normally involves hurting people to get what you want

2. Men and Women

   • men dominate women
     • men are more respected
       • women are seen by some men as objects rather than people

3. Race and Colour

   • Othello ignores racists as he knows who he is
   • somebody's colour should not make them any less eligible to be a husband/wife
   • By the end, Othello is well respected by everybody because he speaks using actions