In William Shakespeare’s Othello‚ the use of imagery and metaphors is significant in conveying meaning as it helps to establish the dramatic atmosphere of the play and reinforce the main themes. Through this‚ the audience is able to grasp a better understanding of the play. <br> <br>Throughout Othello‚ images relating to poison frequently occur. These references are predominantly made by Iago. This seems appropriate for Iago who exhibits the characteristics of poison; they being fatal and deadly
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underlying significance means a great deal to the owners. They stand for the family time spent with their family or the memory of a family member. In the tragedy Othello by Shakespeare the handkerchief originates from when Othello’s mother who gave it to him before dying. Consequently‚ she told him to give it to his future wife. Later Othello gifts it to Desdemona as their first gift.
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Othello OneNote notes: Act 1 Scene 1: The action of the first scene heightens the audience’s anticipations of Othello’s appearance - He is identified in terms of his rare/an outsider (’The Moor"‚ ’the thick-lip’‚ ’A Barbary horse’ exogamous marriage. Because of this we know what Iago is like‚ we feel sympathy of Othello especially with him as an outsider and Iago is pretending to be his friend. Very moment he should be at his happiest‚ they’re plotting to destroy it. Duplicity of Iago. Two extremes;
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Although the Globe theatre was a competitor who used props and special effects‚ the Elizabethan theatre quickly adopted its idea. (Globe Theatre Special Effects 1) Actors skilled in imitating the sounds of whaling ghosts‚ roosters‚ and baying of hounds‚ remained in what was known as the “ Hell Room” (Globe Theatre Special Effects 3). The Hell room is where actors went to make noises that carried through the theatre that imitated creatures from hell. This special effect allowed actors to spook the
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upon them. Shakespeare emphasises the negatory impacts of a prejudiced society on individuals which is extended by Sax to highlight issue of a continual prevalence of racism in the 20th century. The characterisation of Othello‚ in Shakespeare’s text‚ as a dark skinned but respected general‚ accentuates his alienation from the rest of the society despite his position‚ thus rejecting the ideology of providentialism and the Great Chain of Being at the time. The audience is introduced to Othello as “he”
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Othello - Notes on Play * Takes place over three days * “Double time” * Quick same and location changes→ speed up the plot and tension * Domestic * Evil = Othello in one word * Why does Othello choose to believe what Iago says about his wife’s faith‚ and not Desdemona’s → Iago’s only evidence is a handkerchief → Tells us that Othello is easily manipulated * Raises the question of what Othello’s relationship is with Iago? Things to think about when reading the text:
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Reputation in Othello Reputation is the general way in which people perceive you to be based off of facts and opinions. Your reputation defines you as a member of society‚ and it can be used towards your benefit depending on if your reputation is good or bad. A good reputation often enables one to gain trust and respect from others‚ while a bad reputation may lead one to be considered as a treacherous and disloyal individual. Reputation plays an important role in Othello‚ as Iago uses his own reputation
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understand that you have been closely studying Othello‚ both Shakespeare and Davies’ version. In your studies‚ you would have discovered many links between the two‚ through evident themes and values‚ displayed by many different characters. A theme I have discovered and would like to present to you today‚ is that of appearance verses reality and how it is altered due to the changing contexts of Shakespeare’s original Othello and Davies’ screenplay Othello. This is evident through the use of the
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Times were very difficult during the Elizabethan era. Because of their hardships‚ their entertainment was very important to them. During the Elizabethan times they had a wide variety of things that entertained them. These forms of entertainment varied greatly. These forms of entertainment ranged from singing and dancing‚ to blood sport. Social classes also might have determined what type of sports or games you played. The poor lower class would play games‚ invent stories‚ dance‚ play music‚ watched
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crime. Othello is on trial for murder and I would like to remind you that he has admitted full and absolute blame for this and you should not heed that lightly. Under the circumstances his mental state will come into account‚ but do not be bewildered by his claims of psychosis as any man could have had these thoughts befallen upon him and not taken action. This act of murder was premeditated‚ therefore making it first-degree murder. In a passing conversation earlier with Iago‚ Othello suggests
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