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Act 1 Sc III 77-94
Act 3 Sc III 343-355
By examining the language of the speeches closely what do you learn of the change in Othello’s character?
Othello’s mind is ravaged by the act of adultery committed by his counter-part Desdemona, which is the truth in mind, however false in reality. ... By Act III Sc III he has played Othello for the “noble moor” to “O now, forever farewell the tranquil mind! ... However now we see that he explains all the negative aspects, as before in Act I he never once mentioned the death in war even thought that is its whole purpose. ... However he keeps the honour in the battle as he mentions where patriotic symbols like the “ear piercing fife” and the “Royal Banner”. ... Though his thoughts on war may be the same throughout the play he was able in Act I to think clearly enough to make everything seem nice and nobilic. ...
It seems though, that in Act III, Othello has gone slightly mad.
Approximate Word count = 823
Approximate Pages = 3.3
(250 words per page double spaced)
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