Plot Summary (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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Why does Iago resent Othello at the start of the play?
Why does Iago resent Othello at the start of the play?
He was passed over for promotion
What was the handkerchief that Desdemona loses?
What was the handkerchief that Desdemona loses?
Othello's first gift to Desdemona
How does Cassio lose his position as lieutenant?
How does Cassio lose his position as lieutenant?
He gets drunk and brawls
What happens to the Turkish fleet threatening Cyprus?
What happens to the Turkish fleet threatening Cyprus?
A violent storm destroys it
Who exposes Iago's plot at the end of the play?
Who exposes Iago's plot at the end of the play?
Emilia
What does Brabantio accuse Othello of using to win Desdemona?
What does Brabantio accuse Othello of using to win Desdemona?
Witchcraft or magic
What does Desdemona sing before her death?
What does Desdemona sing before her death?
The Willow song
Who does Iago kill to prevent his conspiracy being exposed?
Who does Iago kill to prevent his conspiracy being exposed?
Roderigo
How does Othello kill Desdemona?
How does Othello kill Desdemona?
He smothers her
Who is appointed to govern Cyprus after the tragedy?
Who is appointed to govern Cyprus after the tragedy?
Cassio