How does Iago use Desdemona?
After Cassio falls from Othello’s favor, Iago exploits Desdemona’s eagerness to bring the two men back together : So will I turn her virtue into pitch / And out of her own goodness make the net (2.3.). Her innocent hopes that let Cassio be received again (3.4.)
Why is Iago the way he is?
The villain Iago from “Othello” is a central character, and understanding him is key to understanding Shakespeare’s entire play. He is jealous of Cassio for obtaining the position of Lieutenant over him, jealous of Othellobelieving that he has bedded his wifeand jealous of Othello’s position, despite his race.
Why is Iago responsible for Desdemona’s death?
Iago and Othello are both to blame for her death. Iago is responsible for Desdemona’s murder because he manipulated Othello; however, Othello is more accountable for the crime because he was too trusting of Iago. He planned to make Othello so angry with Desdemona that he would want to kill her.
Did Iago kill Desdemona?
Iago is furious about being overlooked for promotion and plots to take revenge against his General; Othello, the Moor of Venice. Iago manipulates Othello into believing his wife Desdemona is unfaithful, stirring Othello’s jealousy. Othello allows jealousy to consume him, murders Desdemona, and then kills himself.
Who kills Iago?
Othello then kills himself. Iago is taken off to be tortured but – as the curtain falls – is still not killed.
Why does Othello slap Desdemona?
The contents of the letter also upset Othello—he has been called back to Venice, with orders to leave Cassio as his replacement in Cyprus. When Desdemona hears the news that she will be leaving Cyprus, she expresses her happiness, whereupon Othello strikes her.
Who is in love with Desdemona?
Othello
Who is Cassio’s wife?
Bianca
Does Roderigo love Desdemona?
He loves Desdemona so much that he says that he cannot live if she is not with him, as explained by his quote, “I will incontinently drown myself.” (I. iii, 302). Roderigo’s love for Desdemona blurs his judgement and he spends almost all of his money in an attempt to win her love in Cyprus.