Othello Act Questions

Who had the handkercheif at the end of Act III? Why?

Bianca had the hakerchief at the end of act III, because Cassio, unaware that it was Desdemona's at all, gave it to her as a token of his love.

Why was Bianca angry with Cassio?

Bianca was angry with Cassio because she loved him and thought the handkerchief was given to him by another women, whom he was cheating with.

To whom does Desdemona turn for help after Othello calls her a strumpet?

Desdemona ironically turns to Iago whom she describes as "honest".

How was Desdemona faithful to Othello to the end?

Desdemona was faithful to Othello until the end because she claimed she had smothered herself with her pillow when Emilia asked how she died, instead of accusing Othello.

Who told the truth about Iago?

Emilia shared what she had figured out about Iago while on her deathbed; Iago confessed out of admiration and guilt, and letters were found in Rodergio's pockets that supported the accusations.

What was Emilia's reaction when Othello told her that Iago had revealed Desdemona's affair with Cassio to him?

Emilia was surprised at the fact that Iago was capable of somethign so cruel and unfair.

Why did Iago leave Rodgerigo at Brabantio's house?

Iago leaves Roderigo at Brabantio's house because he says that it would not be fittig for a man of his rakn to be caught sulking around in allies during the nigt, with men of his inferior.

What did Iago do after he wounded Cassio?

Iago left, but later returned to help Cassio and finish Roderigo who had been idetified as on eof the attackers.

What lie did Iago tell Montano about Cassio?

Iago lied to Montano and said that Cassio was a drunk, who did not deserve his respect as a man in the military.

What was Iago's reply when Othello demanded proof of his wife's disloyalty?

Iago replied that Cassio had moaned of Desdemona in his sleep and even believed he was in the bed with her, when he had to share a room with him in the past week. Iago also preseted Othello with the handkerchief, which Othello believed was tangible evidence.

After Iago lied and told Othello that Cassio confessed going to bed with Desdemona, what advice did he give to the overwhelmed Othello?

Iago spoke to Othello and told him to stay calm, and act rational to try to protecr gis strong, well kown reputation. He was attempting to calm Othello with this advice, as Othello had blacked out at the news, and even said that many women end up in beds where they don't belong.

How did Iago trick Othello into thinking Cassio was gloating and bragging about his affair with Desdemona?

Iago told Othello that he would ask Cassio about Desdemona, and Othello could evesdrop on the conversation, however, Iago asked about Bianca instead, and Othello only heard Cassio's description of their relatioship. Since Othello believed Cassio was talking about Desdemona, he was again overcome with rage ad jealousy.

Why did Iago want Roderigo to anger Cassio?

Iago wanted Roderigo to ager Cassioso that Roderigo would start a fight between the two of them, and look unfavorable to Othello.

What was Iago's complaint in Scene I?

Iago was upset, and complained that Othello recieved the promotion over him.

Why did Iago want Cassio to drink more wine?

Iago wated Cassio to drink more wine to become more irresposible ad drunk, so that he would look even more unfavorable, and unrespectable to Othello.

What did Othello decide and commad at the end of scene III?

Othello decided Cassio and Desdemona should both die for their adultry, and commaded Iago to kill Cassio, while he killed Desdemona within the next three days.

Why did Othello hit Desdemona?

Othello hit Desdemona because in his eyes Desdemona talking about Cassio's qualities like Iago convinced her to, was her openly admitting their affair.

What happened when Cassio and Roderigo fought?

Roderigo was wounded by Cassio who was then stabbed from behind by Iago.

Brabantio complains to the Duke about Othello's marriage to Desdemona. After listeing to both sides of the story, what was the Duke's reply?

The Duke replies that this tale is covincing, and that his daughter would be tricked ito marrying Othello too.

Why did the Duke send for Othello?

The Duke sent for Othello because he believed that Othello had tricked his daughter, Desdemona, into marrying him.