

Othello Act 1 Scene 3 – Love Through the Ages (AQA A Level English Literature)
This lesson is designed for AQA A Level English Literature, Love Through the Ages, focusing on Act 1 Scene 3 of Othello.
What’s included:
Key quotes and analysis of Brabantio, with a focus on his honour and values compared to Othello’s.
A comprehensive study of the beginnings of Othello and Desdemona’s relationship, with close attention to key passages.
Critical exploration of Desdemona’s role and characterisation.
Examination of Iago as a manipulative figure of vice, laying the groundwork for later events.
Optional flipped learning activity (linking to wider poetry texts – poems not included).
This resource supports students in developing AO1, AO2 and AO3 skills, while encouraging engagement with context and critical perspectives. Ideal for embedding key themes of love, honour and deception at the start of the play.
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