Othello model answers (A2)

Model answers for Shakespeare’s play, ‘Othello.’

Answers respond to the following questions:

1. Emilia is the true voice of reason in Othello, but she is ignored.
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   By referring closely to extract 1, printed in the accompanying Resource Booklet and to other appropriately selected parts of the text, show to what extent you would agree with the view expressed above.

2. Cassio’s downfall is a result of his own weaknesses rather than Iago’s manipulation.

By referring closely to extract 2, printed in the accompanying Resource Booklet and to other appropriately selected parts of the text, show to what extent you would agree with the view expressed above.

1. Roderigo’s role in Othello highlights the destructive power of jealousy and obsession.

By referring closely to extract 3, printed in the accompanying Resource Booklet and to other appropriately selected parts of the text, show to what extent you would agree with the view expressed above.

1. Roderigo is merely a tool for Iago’s manipulation rather than a fully developed tragic character.

By referring closely to extract 1, printed in the accompanying Resource Booklet and to other appropriately selected parts of the text, show to what extent you would agree with the view expressed above.

1. Shakespeare presents Emilia as the play’s most morally courageous character.

By referring closely to extract 1, printed in the accompanying Resource Booklet and to other appropriately selected parts of the text, show to what extent you would agree with the view expressed above.

1. Cassio is the only character in Othello who truly deserves redemption.

By referring closely to extract 1, printed in the accompanying Resource Booklet and to other appropriately selected parts of the text, show to what extent you would agree with the view expressed above.