Othello Fact Flashcards (ACT 2)
How does Cassio first describe D?
> “a maid That paragons description and wild fame; One that excels the quirks of blazoning pens, And in th’essential vesture of creation Does tire the ingener”
What are the first words shared between Othello and D when they reunite and what impression does this give?
O - “O my fair warrior”
D - “My dear Othello”
>More of an equal, unconventional relationship.
What does the herald announce in A2S2?
That the Turkish fleet has been destroyed and they will now celebrate the “nuptials” of D and O.
What does O ask Cassio to do in A2S3?
Take charge of the guards and not let the party get out of hand, restraint would be respected - “honourable stop”.
What does Roderigo do to Cassio in this scene and why?
Aggravates Cassio to the point where becomes violent and hits Roderigo.
Roderigo does this under Iago’s bidding and that he will win D from Cassio if he does.
