What is the point of Act 2 Scene 2 in Othello?
In this very short scene, a messenger appears to announce that Othello has declared mass feasting and revelry in celebration of the victory against the Turks, and also in honor of his marriage to Desdemona.
What is the meaning of knavery?
rascality
Did I my soul and fortunes consecrate meaning?
Did I my soul and fortunes consecrate. ( 1.3.250-254) “Subdued” means “in harmony with” and Othello’s “quality” is both his character and his profession as a warrior. Desdemona is asserting that she is very much like her husband and belongs with him, even in war.
What sort of person do you think the Moor is?
The term “Moor,” which describes a dark skinned man from North Africa (not a Venetian), is used nine times in Act I, scene 1, all but once by Iago and Brabantio. This is not surprising, at it is used as a term of derision by both Iago and Brabantio.
Is Desdemona obedient?
In the play, we see that Desdemona is expected to be fully obedient to her father. When she stands up to her father, it is a very suspenseful and serious moment. The only way she is able to avoid being punished for disobeying her father, is by saying how she is being obedient to her husband.
What should I do I confess it is my shame?
305What should I do? I confess it is my shame to be so fond, but it is not in my virtue to amend it. What should I do? I know it’s foolish to be so much in love, but I can’t help it.
What happened to Cassio at the end?
By the end of the play, he has realized that Iago is responsible for Desdemona’s death, and he helps Othello understand Iago’s treachery. Cassio ends the play in a position of significant authority and responsibility: Ludovico commands that “Cassio rules in Cyprus” (5.2.) and entrusts him with punishing Iago.
Where do you owe most obedience?
Where most you owe obedience? Please let her speak. If she admits she wanted this, then I won’t blame Othello. —Come here, my child.
Why is Cassio fired in Othello?
2.3 After Iago gets him drunk, Cassio fights with Roderigo, and then with Montano, who’s just trying to calm him down. Othello comes out, furious at the disorder, and fires Cassio. Iago suggests that Cassio turn to Desdemona to convince Othello to re-hire him. 3.3 Desdemona agrees to help Cassio get his job back.