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When was Othello written? (Points for correct century)
1603 (approximately)
What does Moor mean?
A Muslim or something that is not white skinned.
Which war happened at the time Othello is set?
The Ottoman-Venetian war (Ottoman Empire vs Venice)
What position does Othello have in the army?
Commander, Top-ranking officer or General
Why is Iago angry with Othello at the beginning of the play?
Because Othello promoted someone else to Lieutenant, not him.
Why does Iago say Cassio doesn’t deserve to be Lieutenant?
Because he has learnt how to be a soldier from books, not experience.
What is the name of Desdemona’s father?
Brabantio
How does Roderigo support Iago?
He gives him money
Who was the Monarch in 1600?
Queen Elizabeth
Who became King after Queen Elizabeth died in 1603?
King James I
What house ended when Queen Elizabeth died?
The Tudor House
Name one theme in Othello
Race, prejudice, jealousy, love, appearance vs reality
How is Othello described by other characters at the beginning of the play?
Animal imagery, no name, important figure in the army, Moor
What could Light symbolise in this play?
The truth (appearance vs reality)
Why do Iago and Roderigo wake up Brabantio?
Because his daughter has run away to marry Othello
What does Roderigo gain from helping Brabantio find Othello?
He might let Roderigo marry his daughter
