When I was reading Act II, I was very confused about why Iago encourages Cassio to petition to Othellow to get his job back. Wasn't the whole point to get him fired and out of Othellow's respects? Maybe I am missing something. Could someone please help me figure this out?
We talked about it in class today, but basically Iago's scheme doesn't end with just getting Cassio fired. I think that Iago recognizes that Othello could reinstate Cassio as his second in command once Montano calmed down; therefore, Iago wants Cassio disgraced in all aspects. He tells Cassio to petition through Desdemona, which is very important. Cassio isn't just talking to Othello. Because he is going through Desdemona, this can be evidence for what Iago plans to tell Othello about a possible affair between Casio and Desdemona.
ReplyDeleteGood question and good answer. There's a lot more to Iago's motives and goals and strategies. They seem to spread and multiply--like a disease?
ReplyDeleteGood question and good answer. There's a lot more to Iago's motives and goals and strategies. They seem to spread and multiply--like a disease?
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