Emilia in the beginning of the play Flashcards
She is presented as submissive
1
Q
What does Iago say about Emilia showing she is submissive?
A
‘alas she has no speech’ - Emilia takes this insult showing her submission
2
Q
What does Emilia say about her role in her marriage?
A
‘I nothing but to please his fantasy’ - showing that she doesn’t see herself as important
3
Q
How does Iago describe her?
A
‘foolish wife’ - showing she is in an abusive relationship
