Act 1 Scene 2 Flashcards
Summarise what happens in this scene.
Iago warns Othello about Brabantio and the Duke then calls for Othello. Brabantio accuses Othello of abduction.
What does disease symbolise in the play?
Uncontrollable spread of evil; one person’s evil can infect another; destruction.
What does the use of misogynistic language show?
It’s used to objectify Desdemona, suggesting that she is “owned” by her father/husband. She is diminished to a sexual symbol.
Complete the quotation: “Tis better…”
“as it is.”
Complete the quotation: “My services…”
“which I have done the signiroy,/ Shall out-tongue his complaints.”
Complete the quotation: “I won…”
“his daughter.”
Complete the quotation: “Hath boarded…”
“a land carrack.”
Define rational.
Thinking clearly and logically.
Define noble.
Possessing outstanding moral virtues; of high rank.
Define integrity.
Soundness of moral character.
Define misogynistic.
Hatred of women.
