Cassio KQ

Question 1

“The Devine Desdemona”

Answer 1

Act 2 scene 1

One of interpretation of this could be very flirtatious and sexual but it could be also seen as purely platonic. Iago manipulates Cassio’s words and brainwashes Othello into thinking he is attracted to Desdemona and that he is having an affair with her.

Question 2

“Our captains captain”

Answer 2

act 2 scene 1

Question 3

“Reputation, reputation, reputation! O, I have lost my reputation!”

Answer 3

Act 2 scene 2

Question 4

“Not tonight, good Iago; I have very poor and unhappy / brains for drinking

Answer 4

Act 2 scene 3

Shows Cassio is aware of his low tollerance and his negative reaction to alcohol. Iago pressures Cassio to drink, knowing he will become wild and rageful under the influence

Question 5

“Go to, woman!
Throw your vile guesses in the devil’s teeth”

Answer 5

Act 3 scene 4

Cassio’s rude comment to Bianca shows how social status can influence behavior, contrasting his respectful attitude towards Desdemona and highlighting the impact of gender roles in relationships.

Question 6

Alas, poor caitiff!

Answer 6

Act 4 scene 1
Cassio calling Bianca a wretch
Shows a new side to him as a character
He see’s Bianca as inferior due to life and profession.
Pins him with the rest of men in Venice.

Question 7

I am maimed forever. Help, ho! Murder, Murder!

Answer 7

Act 5 scene 1