Part one of term paper
It has been said that Iago, despite his scheming behavior and complete manipulation of others, is seen by the audience as the most interesting and vibrant character in Othello. One reason for this is because the audience is never quite sure what to expect next. Because Iago is a great manipulator, he successfully keeps the audience in suspe ...

Part two of term paper
... is necessary to maintain their interest and further the plot of the play. An example of such is "As for Iago, he is so courteous in his behavior and apparently so anxious to believe the best of his captain's wife that there is no reason whatever for Othello to suspect him." This proves to the audience that he is a master of suspense. Another example is found within one of Iago's soliloquies. He informs the audience that he will be using Roderigo to help ensnare the Moor in a trap, but does not re ...