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Characterization of Othello in Act 1, Lecture notes of Creative writing

London Metropolitan UniversityCreative writing

This notebook entry explores the characterization of Othello in Shakespeare's play 'Othello.' The author discusses both direct and indirect characterizations of Othello, analyzing quotes from Act 1 and considering how they contrast with the negative portrayals of him in earlier scenes. Students studying English literature or Shakespearean drama may find this document useful for exam preparation, particularly for understanding Othello's complex personality.

What you will learn

  • Why does Shakespeare build up a negative reputation for Othello before the audience meets him?
  • How does the audience's perception of Othello change as they encounter him in Act 1?
  • What are some examples of direct and indirect characterization of Othello in Act 1?

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Direct Characterization:
Indirect Characterization:
Author states character's traits.
He is athletic.
Author implies characters traits.
He skillfully dribbled the ball
down the court and made a lay up.
S.T.E.A.L.
(Speech, thought, effect on others, actions, looks)
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Direct Characterization:

Indirect Characterization:

Author states character's traits.

He is athletic.

Author implies characters traits.

He skillfully dribbled the ball

down the court and made a lay up.

S.T.E.A.L.

(Speech, thought, effect on others, actions, looks)

In 1.1, Roderigo and Iago

paint a very negative picture

of Othello before the

audience even meets

him...

In 1.2, we meet the real Othello. How is he

INDIRECTLY characterized? (1) Translate

the provided quote and explain what

personality trait it demonstrates in Othello.

(2) Do his traits match what the audience expected? Why not? (3)Why would Shakespeare build Othello's reputation before we meet him?

OTHELLO

Let him do his spite.

My services which I have done this seigniory

Shall outtongue his complaints. (1.2.1719)

OTHELLO

Keep up your bright swords, for the dew

will rust them. (1.2.59)

OTHELLO

Hold your hands,

Both you of my inclining and rest.

Were it my cue to fight, I should have known it

Without a prompter. (1.2.8286)