Part one of term paper
Write an essay whereby you identify and explain the character flaw which leads to the downfall of the tragic hero, Othello. During 4th century B.C., the Greek philosopher Aristotle laid down the principles of tragedy. A tragedy is the story of a noble hero whose downfall is brought about by a specific defect in his characteristics, a tragic ...

Part two of term paper
... drama, the protagonist, Othello starts out as a noble general but ends up facing the consequences brought upon by his over trusting nature and his everlasting jealousy. One of Othello’s tragic flaws, which contribute to his downfall, is his open and trusting nature. For this play to be classified as a tragedy, the hero must face opposition from an outside force, in this case it is the evil antagonist Iago. Othello is a professional soldier and preaches by the rules and codes of honor tho ...