Act 5 Scene 1

• Who fights in Act 5, Scene 1 of Othello?

  Roderigo and Cassio
• What happens to Roderigo in this scene?

  Iago kills Roderigo to silence him
• How does Iago manipulate others in this scene?

  He feigns innocence and blames a stranger
• What does Iago's quote "Every way makes my gain" reveal about his character?

  • Reflects Machiavellian principles
  • Shows his indifference to others' fates
  • Highlights his opportunistic nature
  • Illustrates his satisfaction from manipulation
• What does Iago's attitude towards murder indicate?

  He has a practical and opportunistic approach
• How does Iago's character align with the concept of a Machiavellian villain?

  He is selfish and manipulative, showing cruelty
• What does Iago's line "This is the night / That either makes me or fordoes me quite" signify?

  It highlights the high stakes of his plot
• How does the suspense in Iago's closing line contribute to the scene?

  • Aligns with Aristotelian tragedy
  • Raises tension for the audience
  • Forebodes chaos to come
  • Indicates Iago's proximity to success or failure
• What does Iago's awareness of potential punishment reveal about his character?

  He may not care or feels anxious about consequences
• How is Iago's malignity viewed in the Jacobean era?

  As a sin opposed by contemporary society
• What does Iago's character represent in the context of the play?

  A Machiavellian villain opposed by society