Othello - Female characters

Explore the way in which Shakespeare portrays the female characters in the play.

Othello - Language analysis

Compare and contrast Iago's and Othello's language throughout the play. How does each man's language illustrate his character? At what point do the characters begin to speak alike? What are the implications of this change?

Othello - Racism

Identify some of the racial remarks directed by Iago and other characters. Do these remarks make the play racist? Explain.

Othello - Handkerchief analysis

Discuss the dramatic function the handkerchief has in this play. How does it function as a symbol of Desdemona's fidelity to Othello?