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Cassio functions mainly to move the plot forward by inadvertently becoming a pawn in Iago’s plan. Cassio’s thoughts, feelings, and motivations are rarely revealed, but his character and behavior are significant for creating the conditions under which Iago can enact his plan.
INTRODUCTION. Cassio is a well-educated man from Florence who has recently been appointed Othello’s second in command, his lieutenant. With his charm, charisma, upbringing, and handsome looks, he is your typical ladies’ man, and it’s clear he views himself as such.
A young, charming, and handsome soldier, whom Othello promotes to the rank of lieutenant, over the more experienced Iago. Cassio is loyal to Othello and friendly with Desdemona, though he's unkind to the prostitute… read analysis of Michael Cassio
A young, charming, and handsome soldier, whom Othello promotes to the rank of lieutenant, over the more experienced Iago. Cassio is loyal to Othello and friendly with Desdemona, though he's unkind to the prostitute Bianca, who seems to love him.
On Othello’s confirmation that whether he was Cassio or not, Iago starts igniting a fire of jealousy in Othello. Due to this, Othello turns out to be upset and moody. Iago, to achieve his goal, suggests to Othello that Cassio and Desdemona might have some affair.
Cassio survives an assassination attempt by Roderigo, injuring his assailant, and is later appointed deputy governor of Cyprus following Othello's recall to Venice. Iago describes Cassio as...
THE BASICS: Plot Synopsis . A Simple Structure in Shakespeare Plays. Characters in Othello. Character Quotes . Major Themes and Motifs. Systems of Oppression in Othello. A Glossary of Terms. Famous Othellos Throughout History. What Makes a Tragedy? THE BARD: Shakespeare's Life as a Play . Shakespeare's England . Why Do We Study Shakespeare?
