Manipulation

Question 1

Iagos motivation

Answer 1

Stems from his deep seated jealousy and resentment towards Othello for promoting Cassio over him
As well as the suspicion of othellos involvement with his wife

Question 2

Consequences
Tragic downfall

Answer 2

Leads to Othellos tragic downfall

Question 3

Consequences
Destruction of relationship

Answer 3

Shatters relationships, particularly Othello and desdemonas marriage

Question 4

Consequences
Moral corruption

Answer 4

Reveal the potential for moral corruption when individuals are driven by envy, greed or lust for power

Question 5

Iagos tactics of deception
Exploiting trust

Answer 5

Uses trust to manipulate their perceptions and actions

Question 6

Iagos tactics of deception
Feigning loyalty

Answer 6

Iago constantly presents himself as loyal, creating a façade of friendship and loyalty - which allows him to manipulate people without suspicion

Question 7

Iagos tactics of deception
Psychological manipulation

Answer 7

Plants Doug’s in othellos mind through insinuations, rather than direct accusations

Question 8

Manipulation

Answer 8

Iago manipulates the characters by revealing and exploiting their fatal flaws to bring about their downfall
Iago uses othellos jealousy of Cassio to make him believe he’s having an affair with desdemona
Iago uses desdemonas trust and love for Othello to bring about her downfall
Play highlights the destructive power of manipulation in relationships