Othello - ideas for thesis

Question 1

Is Othello trivial?

Answer 1

Indeed it holds key concerns over the effects of an oppressive society. The play is rather complex, arguably having a particular focus on the key themes of patriarchy and racism. This is projected through the use of crude sexual remarks directed at Desdemona and the major theme of racism towards its protagonist, Othello. Although, there has been critics who have argued otherwise.

Question 2

Use of imagery?

Answer 2

The function of imagery in the mid-sixteenth century play Othello, by William Shakespeare, is to add characterisation and define the meaning of the play.

• Othello
• Iago
• Women
• Jealousy