Themes: Truth and Deception (Grade 12 NSC Matric English HL): Quizzes
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What theme sits at the heart of Othello, driving the tragic plot forwards?
What theme sits at the heart of Othello, driving the tragic plot forwards?
Truth and deception
What is Brabantio's prophetic warning about Desdemona?
What is Brabantio's prophetic warning about Desdemona?
'She has deceived her father, and may thee'
In morality play traditions, what type of character does Iago represent?
In morality play traditions, what type of character does Iago represent?
A Vice character
Which is NOT listed as one of Iago's motivations for deception?
Which is NOT listed as one of Iago's motivations for deception?
Jealousy of Othello's marriage
What does the term 'cuckold' refer to in the play?
What does the term 'cuckold' refer to in the play?
A husband whose wife is unfaithful
In Act III Scene III, what word does Iago repeatedly use as a weapon against Othello?
In Act III Scene III, what word does Iago repeatedly use as a weapon against Othello?
'Honest?'
What was Othello's background before achieving high military rank?
What was Othello's background before achieving high military rank?
A former slave
How does Othello's language change under Iago's influence?
How does Othello's language change under Iago's influence?
From passionate/poetic to clipped/harsh
What are Desdemona's final words when asked who killed her?
What are Desdemona's final words when asked who killed her?
'Nobody, I myself'
Who ultimately reveals Iago's deceptions, declaring he told 'a wicked lie'?
Who ultimately reveals Iago's deceptions, declaring he told 'a wicked lie'?
Emilia