Women and patriarchy Flashcards
1
Q
What do the ways in which the male characters discuss women reveal?
A
The patriarchal context of the play.
2
Q
What does Iago’s casual sexism establish?
A
His misogyny, which he will use to infect Othello’s mind.
3
Q
What does imagery such as ‘Thieves’ make clear?
A
That male characters view women as possessions.
4
Q
Quote showing Desdemona’s initial assertiveness?
A
‘Let me go with him’
5
Q
What does Desdemona’s marriage appear to be presented as?
A
As a socio-economic transaction
