Thursday, January 26, 2012

Antagonist

"I hate the Moor, And it is thought abroad that 'twixt my sheets He's done my office."

In this play, it has become clear that Iago is the antagonist, and Othello is the protagonist. This comment that Iago makes shows his hatred for Othello. He doesn't even know for certain, but he believes Othello slept with his wife. His hatred just fuels this belief, though it may not even be true. It is obvious that Iago is planning something, but he only reveals a little at a time, and it is hard to see what his grand plan is. Also, he is using Roderigo in his plan. He convinces him to give him money, and soon Roderigo runs out. This deceitfulness also builds up Iago as the antagonist.

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