ANSWER ONE ESSAY
'TAKE A NOBLE MAN. PUT HIM IN A SITUATION WHERE DESPITE HIS NOBILITY HE FAILS TO MAKE THE RIGHT DECISION OR CHOICE . SEE HIS GRADUAL DECLINE AND DOWNFALL . FEEL HORROR AT THE SIGHT OF HIS COLLAPSE . THIS S THE TRAGEDY OF OTHELLO .
TAKING THE ABOVE INTO CONSIDERATION , CRITICALLY DISCUSS THE CHARACTER AND ACTIONS OF OTHELLO .
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'TO WHAT EXTENT WOULD OTHELLO HAVE BEEN JUSTIFIED IN SAYING , AFTER MURDERING DESDEMONA , IAGO MADE ME DO IT '?
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2. Go to www.sparknotes.com/lit and find the play. Read read read ... And then write about one of these questions. Repost if you want feedback on what you write.
Take a noble man.put him in a situation where despite of his nobility he fails to make right decision or choices see his gradual decay downfall feel horror at the sight of his collapse
To answer this essay prompt, you need to critically discuss the character and actions of Othello in the first case, and in the second case, discuss the extent to which Othello would have been justified in saying that Iago made him murder Desdemona. Here is a general framework to help you structure your essay:
1. Introduction:
- Start with a general overview of the play "Othello" and its tragic nature.
- Provide a brief introduction to the character of Othello and his role in the play.
- Mention the two themes you will be discussing and provide a clear thesis statement that states your overall argument.
2. Character Analysis of Othello:
- Discuss Othello's noble qualities and his status as a respected military general.
- Examine how Othello's tragic flaw, his jealousy, becomes his downfall.
- Analyze Othello's decision-making process and how it contributes to his gradual decline.
3. Othello's Actions:
- Discuss Othello's trust in Iago and the manipulation he falls victim to.
- Examine Othello's decision to murder Desdemona and the factors that influenced it.
- Critically analyze Othello's responsibility for his actions and the extent to which he can blame Iago for his downfall.
4. Iago's Influence:
- Analyze Iago's manipulative tactics and his motives for orchestrating Othello's downfall.
- Discuss the role of Othello's own vulnerabilities and insecurities as contributing factors to Iago's influence.
- Evaluate the extent to which Othello can hold Iago accountable for his actions.
5. Conclusion:
- Summarize your main points and restate your thesis in light of the arguments and evidence presented.
- Offer your final assessment of Othello's character and the extent to which he was responsible for his own actions, as well as the influence of Iago.
Make sure to support your arguments with evidence from the text, such as specific quotes or scenes that highlight Othello's character and his interactions with Iago. Additionally, consider counterarguments and address them in your essay to demonstrate a balanced and critical analysis.