Othello Act Five

Question 1

Broad overview?

Answer 1

The tragedy unfolds rapidly in the final act. Iago’s plot reaches its tragic conclusion.

Question 2

Othello’s actions?

Answer 2

Othello is now consumed by jealousy and rage, smothers Desdemona to death in her bed.

Question 3

Emilia’s discovery?

Answer 3

Emilia, Iago’s wife, discovers the murder of Desdemona and exposes Iago’s deceit. The truth about Iago’s manipulation deceit.

She reveals the truth about Iago’s manipulation is revealed, and Othello is devastated by his actions.

Question 4

Othello’s reactions?

Answer 4

In his grief and guilt, Othello takes his own life - stabbing himself.

Question 5

Iago’s fate?

Answer 5

Iago is arrested and taken away to face punishment for his crimes.

The end of the play see a sense of tragic justice as the characters grapple with the consequences of jealousy, deception, and betrayal.