Part one of term paper
Perhaps the most exotic and interesting character in the tragic play “Othello” by William Shakespeare is devious Iago. Through some carefully thought out words and actions, Iago is able to manipulate others to do things in a way that benefits him and moves him closer towards his goals. He is the main driving force in this play, pushing ...

Part two of term paper
... figures he would do anything to have her as his own. Iago says about Rodriego in Act I, Scene III, line 355, “Thus do I ever make my fool purse.” By playing on his hopes, Iago is able to swindle money and jewels from Rodriego, making himself a substantial profit, while using Rodriego to forward his other goals. He also thinks quick on his feet and is able to improvise whenever something unexpected occurs. When Cassio takes hold of Desdemona’s hand before the arrival of the Moor Othello, ...