Connections Across texts Flashcards
(5 cards)
How can the theme of jealousy in Othello be connected to The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald?
Both Othello and The Great Gatsby explore the destructive power of jealousy. In Othello, Iago manipulates Othello’s jealousy over Desdemona, while in The Great Gatsby, Gatsby’s jealousy over Daisy’s relationship with Tom fuels his obsession. In both texts, jealousy leads to tragic outcomes and undermines rational judgment.
How does the theme of manipulation in Othello compare to Macbeth?
In Othello, Iago’s manipulation of Othello leads to his tragic downfall, much like Lady Macbeth’s manipulation of Macbeth in Macbeth. Both plays depict characters who are controlled by others’ ambitions, with manipulation driving them to commit horrific acts and ultimately destroy themselves.
How can the theme of racial prejudice in Othello be linked to To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee?
Both Othello and The Great Gatsby explore the destructive power of jealousy. In Othello, Iago manipulates Othello’s jealousy over Desdemona, while in The Great Gatsby, Gatsby’s jealousy over Daisy’s relationship with Tom fuels his obsession. In both texts, jealousy leads to tragic outcomes and undermines rational judgment.
How does the theme of betrayal in Othello connect to Julius Caesar?
In both Othello and Julius Caesar, betrayal plays a central role in the tragedy. In Othello, Iago’s betrayal of Othello and his manipulation of other characters is devastating. Similarly, in Julius Caesar, Brutus’s betrayal of Caesar causes chaos and bloodshed. Both plays show how betrayal erodes trust and leads to personal and political catastrophe.
How is the theme of insecurity and self-doubt in Othello connected to Frankenstein by Mary Shelley?
In Othello, Othello’s insecurity about his race and status makes him vulnerable to Iago’s manipulations, while in Frankenstein, Victor Frankenstein’s self-doubt about his creation leads him to distance himself from it. Both characters’ internal struggles with their own identities and insecurities lead to destructive decisions and tragic outcomes.
