The Character of Othello Flashcards
How is Othello “far more fair than black”?
Because his ambiguity challenges the racial stereotypes that blackness was associated with immortality.
How is Othello part of the Venetian society?
He’s considered an important member of the society because of his skill as a soldier.
He’s accepted by the Venetians.
He involves himself with the Venetians by marrying Desdemona.
How is Othello considered an important member of the society because if his skills as a soldier?
The senate sent several quests to look for Othello.
Trusted to be in full control of the army and Cyprus.
How is Othello seen as an outsider in the Venetian society?
He is a black man in a white society.
He is often described using racial language
He reinforced the idea of being an outsider.
How is Othello described using racial language?
Roderigo and Iago call him ‘The moor’, ‘The thick lips in just the first scene.
Why do most Venetians have preconceptions about interracial marriage?
Its seen as being ‘against all rules of nature’ and being motivated by sexual desires.
When does the turning point in the play occur when Othello becomes driven by jealousy?
In act 3, scene 3
How can Othello’s suicide be depicted?
An act of redemption.
Attempt to salvage his reputation.
Inevitability.
