Exploring Act 5, Scene 2 of ‘Othello’
I can explore how the character of Othello changes by Act 5, Scene 2 of ‘Othello’.
Exploring Act 5, Scene 2 of ‘Othello’
I can explore how the character of Othello changes by Act 5, Scene 2 of ‘Othello’.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Othello begins the scene in delusion and ends with clarity, demonstrating the impact of Iago's deceit.
- Othello says he "loved" Desdemona "too well", which suggests that he doesn't understand the implications of his actions.
- The negative beliefs about Othello perhaps become a self-fulfilling prophecy by the end of the play
Common misconception
Othello is the only character that suffers a tragic fate
Desdemona, Emilia and Othello all suffer a tragic fate
Keywords
Impetuous - acting quickly without thought or care
Incredulous - unwilling to believe something
Clarity - being able to think clearly and not be confused
Delusion - being in a state where one has false beliefs about reality
Equipment
You will need a copy of Shakespeare's 'Othello' for this lesson.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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