How does the Duke and the senators speak of Othello?
The Duke and the Senators speak of Othello in a good way, as they show respect towards him. We can see this from "duty recommends you." This shows the respect for Othello. This also shows that they look up to him as they think he is a very good man. They also know his importance, which is why they look up to him.
How does Brabantio speak of his daughter?
Brabantio speaks about his daughter in a bad way. This is because he describes her as being weak and vulnerable. he speaks about her in a bad way as she is getting married to a black man and her father is not very happy about it.
What do we learn about views towards foreigners/moors?
We learn throughout act scene 2 that the attitude towards moors is negative. Othello is a moor and many people say horrible things about him, due to him being a moor. Desdemona says that she does not find Othello physically attractive this is referring to him being black.
What is ironic about Othellos claim that "rude i am in my speech?
He says that he can not speak well but he is very well spoken and speaks much better than any other characters.
What is startling about Othellos decision to let Desdemona speak on his behalf?
The thing that is startling about Othello's decision to let Desdemona speak is that it is very unusual for a man to let a lady say there opinion. As the men were the dominant ones. This also makes Othello look vulnerable as he is getting a lady to speak for him.
What 'stories' does Othello tell in his speech to the senate?
Othello tells stories about when he used to be a slave and how he escaped. He also tells stories about the venetian war.
Why do senators listen to Desdemona and what does she persuade them to do?
The senators listen to Desdemona as Othello has asked them to and Othello has a high status. She has persuaded them to let her go to Cyprus with Othello.
What praise does the Duke afford Othello?
The praise that the Duke offers Othello is that he is more white than black. He says 'your son in law is far more fair than black.'
What is significant about the rhyming couplet used by Brabantio?
What is Ironic about Othello's retort and his subsequent description of Iago?
The ironic thing about Othello's retort and description of Iago is that he calls Iago 'honest' but really Othello is betraying Iago. This show that it is ironic.
Why is Rodrigo so distraught and how does Iago convince him to keep going?
Rodrigo is so distraught as he can seeing that everything is going really well between Othello and Desdemona. Iago convinces him to keep going by saying that he is being to emotional. Men were not seen as emotional therefore Iago uses this to manipulate him.
Focus on Iago's Soliloquy what reasons does he give for wanting revenge against Othello?
Friday 5 February 2016
Othello Act 1 scene 2
Our thoughts on Othello after act 1 scene 2?
In act 1 scene 2 the thoughts about Othello have changed since act 1 scene 1. This is because he is now shown to be a calm and relaxed character. Whereas in scene 1 he was shown as a horrible character. He is also shown to not be violent as he is not into fighting. We are also shown that he has a lot of authority and many people look up to him.
How does Othello respond to Iagos baiting?
Othello responds to Iagos baiting very calm, even though Iago is trying to show hubris. This shows that Othello is a relaxed character in scene 2.
How does Brabantio react upon meeting Othello?
Brabantio reacts badly when he meets Othello. This is because Brabantio does not like him as he has stolen his daughter. Brabantio gets very aggressive and uses aggressive words towards Othello. He is also very racist to Othello. He is very angry at Othello and wants him to go to prison.
How does Othello react to Brabantio's charges?
Othello comes across that he reacts very well with Brabantios charges and he is calm about the situation. Othello allows Brabantio to know his powers and what he is capable off. He also tells Brabantio why he can not go to prison, this is because he is going to war.
In act 1 scene 2 the thoughts about Othello have changed since act 1 scene 1. This is because he is now shown to be a calm and relaxed character. Whereas in scene 1 he was shown as a horrible character. He is also shown to not be violent as he is not into fighting. We are also shown that he has a lot of authority and many people look up to him.
How does Othello respond to Iagos baiting?
Othello responds to Iagos baiting very calm, even though Iago is trying to show hubris. This shows that Othello is a relaxed character in scene 2.
How does Brabantio react upon meeting Othello?
Brabantio reacts badly when he meets Othello. This is because Brabantio does not like him as he has stolen his daughter. Brabantio gets very aggressive and uses aggressive words towards Othello. He is also very racist to Othello. He is very angry at Othello and wants him to go to prison.
How does Othello react to Brabantio's charges?
Othello comes across that he reacts very well with Brabantios charges and he is calm about the situation. Othello allows Brabantio to know his powers and what he is capable off. He also tells Brabantio why he can not go to prison, this is because he is going to war.
Othello act 1 scene 1 homework task
Our thoughts on Othello after act 1 scene 1.
Without the audience meeting Othello we are told that he is a horrible man. This is because of the way that he is described by Iago and Brabantio. Iago hates Othello therefore he speaks negatively about Othello. He calls him a 'devil' this does not put a very nice thought into the audiences head about Othello. Brabantio does also not like Othello as he is stealing his daughter and Brabantio is not happy. Brabantio is also not happy because he is black, therefore he refers to him throughout this scene as a 'moor.' This is a racist term, which is also describing Othello in a negative way.
Why do we believe Iago?
We believe Iago as he speaks very well and polite which makes him come across to the audience as a well respected man. Therefore the audience believe that he is a good character. He comes across that he is also speaking about other men in a respectful way.
Why does Brabantio react the way he does?
Brabantio reacts the way he does as he is not happy that Othello has stolen his wife. he calls Othello a 'thieve.' Therefore he believes that Othello has stolen her. The main reason that he is not happy is because he is black and he does not like the fact that his daughter is going to marry someone black. Brabantio is very racist towards Othello and often calls him a 'moor.'
What is 'wrong' with Micheal Cassio?
Micheal Cassio is shown as a weak character which means that he is wrong as he is not fit for his job to be an officer. He needs to be bigger and stronger so that he can do his job.
Why/how is Iago the perfect Venetian man?
Iago is the perfect Venetian man as he has lived in Venice for a very long time, therefore he knows his way around. He is also a military character and has many military qualities.
How does Brabantio think Othello has won Desdemona?
Brabantio thinks taht Othello has won Desdemona as he believes that Othello has used witchcraft.
Is there anything in his words and actions to make us doubt Iagos honesty?
towards the end of this scene Iagos attitude changes and he becomes a very horrible character as he says some mean things to people. This makes the audience doubt on his honesty as he comes across as a horrible character.
Without the audience meeting Othello we are told that he is a horrible man. This is because of the way that he is described by Iago and Brabantio. Iago hates Othello therefore he speaks negatively about Othello. He calls him a 'devil' this does not put a very nice thought into the audiences head about Othello. Brabantio does also not like Othello as he is stealing his daughter and Brabantio is not happy. Brabantio is also not happy because he is black, therefore he refers to him throughout this scene as a 'moor.' This is a racist term, which is also describing Othello in a negative way.
Why do we believe Iago?
We believe Iago as he speaks very well and polite which makes him come across to the audience as a well respected man. Therefore the audience believe that he is a good character. He comes across that he is also speaking about other men in a respectful way.
Why does Brabantio react the way he does?
Brabantio reacts the way he does as he is not happy that Othello has stolen his wife. he calls Othello a 'thieve.' Therefore he believes that Othello has stolen her. The main reason that he is not happy is because he is black and he does not like the fact that his daughter is going to marry someone black. Brabantio is very racist towards Othello and often calls him a 'moor.'
What is 'wrong' with Micheal Cassio?
Micheal Cassio is shown as a weak character which means that he is wrong as he is not fit for his job to be an officer. He needs to be bigger and stronger so that he can do his job.
Why/how is Iago the perfect Venetian man?
Iago is the perfect Venetian man as he has lived in Venice for a very long time, therefore he knows his way around. He is also a military character and has many military qualities.
How does Brabantio think Othello has won Desdemona?
Brabantio thinks taht Othello has won Desdemona as he believes that Othello has used witchcraft.
Is there anything in his words and actions to make us doubt Iagos honesty?
towards the end of this scene Iagos attitude changes and he becomes a very horrible character as he says some mean things to people. This makes the audience doubt on his honesty as he comes across as a horrible character.
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