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How Does Scene 2.1 Reinforce Or Develop What We Have Learnt In Act I

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How does scene 2.1 reinforce or develop what we have learnt in Act I? The first scene in Act II of Othello acts as a transition scene, and is also one of the rare scenes where major characters are conversing in the absence of Othello. The reader is therefore able to gain an understanding of major characters and how they perceive Othello. This scene also succeeds in reinforcing various ideas and themes suggested in the previous act. This essay will discuss how scene 2.1 employs scene depiction and stylistic elements to emphasize the role of social classes in the plot, further develop the characterization of Iago, and foreshadow the downfall of the tragic hero Othello. The role of social classes is emphasized …show more content…

He clearly informs the audience of his plans, for example: "Make the Moor thank me, love me, and reward me for making him egregiously an ass and practicing upon his peace and quiet even to madness". His plan to plot against Othello by evoking suspicion and jealousy from the general towards Cassio and Desdemona seems intricate and calculated. He uses loose Iambic pentameter during his speech, emphasizing his calculating and manipulative characteristics, along with literary techniques such as the triad: "thank me, love me, and reward me" that have a similar effect. In addition to his manipulative personality, he is also portrayed as a mysterious antagonist with unclear motives. He seems to have multiple but unconvincing motives for desiring revenge: "For that I do suspect the lusty Moor hath leaped into my seat", "For I fear Cassio with my nightcap too" and the fact that Othello promoted Cassio instead of Iago. He raises suspicions of both Othello and Cassio having had affairs with his wife in the past, scattering possible motives for his actions throughout his speech. These techniques and styles strengthen Iago's manipulative and mysterious

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