During Shakespearean time, racism was a huge of part of daily life. Which meant that people of different skin colors were constantly ridiculed and oppressed for being who they were, much like how it is in the 21st century. Then there's Othello. The big, black, and bold general. Even though he has such a high position in the military, his abilities are still doubted. But Othello seems unbothered. This causes a personal question to arise. What is Othello's background? We already know about his military adventures, but what about his childhood? Was he always so firm as a response to rude comments or did his attitude change with his new profession? Questions are yet to be answered.
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![]() Michael Cassio is first introduced or mentioned as the lieutenant of Othello. Being that Cassio is young and an inexperienced soldier, he is unworthy of having such a noble position. His status makes him a target for destruction for Iago. Cassio is completely devoted to Othello like a dog to a human. So he, of course, is remorseful after getting into an fight due to his intoxication. The reward for his brawl was losing his place as lieutenant. Yippee!!! Considering the theme of Othello is jealously, where does Cassio show his envy? Here's the thing. He doesn't!!! Cassio, like others, is just a pawn in a chess game. He was sucked into Iago's plan. But he doesn't know. |
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