English 4
Othello Act III
Quotation Work
28 points
In the space below each question, write the scene number and page number for the quotation. Then
copy the key lines of the quotation and state the quotation’s significance. If you run out of room, use
additional paper.
SHAKESPEARE’S CRAFT:
1. Find the quotation in which Cassio describes Iago favorably and develops the theme of
appearance versus reality.
2. Find the quotation that develops an ominous tone, foreshadows conflict between Othello and
Desdemona, and reinforces the theme of order versus disorder.
3. Find the quotation in which Shakespeare uses monster imagery to develop the theme of
jealousy. Comment on who speaks this line and why it is apropos (appropriate).
4. Find the quotation where the Clown puns the word “lie” and explain how it emphasizes the
central conflict of the play.
IAGO’S CHARACTER:
1. Find the quotation in which Iago reaffirms his friendship to Othello and explain how this
reinforces the theme of appearance versus reality.
2. Find the quotation in which Iago contradicts his philosophy about reputations. Explain why he
has seemingly reversed his position at this point.
3. Find the quotation in which Iago shares his opinion on Venetian women and reinforces his
misogynistic beliefs.
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4. Find the quotation where Iago appears to dedicate himself to Othello’s service and explain how
this develops both the themes of appearance versus reality and order versus disorder.
OTHELLO’S CHARACTER:
1. Find a quotation that shows Othello’s propensity toward violence.
2. Find the quotation where Othello reveals his tragic flaw---his jealousy.
3. Find the quotation where Othello demands to see visual proof of Desdemona’s infidelity.
4. Find the simile in which Othello vows to seek revenge on Desdemona and Cassio.
5. Find a quotation in which Othello plays on his depiction as an outsider to deceive Desdemona
into revealing “the truth.”
6. Find a quotation in which Desdemona comments on the apparent change in Othello’s
behavior.