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Irony in Othello
Shakespeare's plays rely largely on irony. There are three kinds
of irony presented in this novel. They are: situational, verbal, and
dramatic. Irony plays an important role in Othello. It creates suspense,
and adds interest to the story.
There are many examples of situational irony in this play. Cassio
was the one Iago wanted dead or out of his position. At the end of the play,
Cassio was the only one t ....
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.... that were actually the opposite of Iago:
"O, thou art wise! 'Tis certain"(IV.I.87), "Honest Iago . . . "(V.II.88),
(II.III.179) & (I.III.319), "I know, Iago, Thy honesty and love doth mince
this matter"(II.III.251-52). These lines are just a few of the ironic
that Othello says to Iago. They show the trust that Othello mistakenly
puts in his "best friend." Most things Iago says are ironic and he's
always lying. Othello still considered him his best friend but Iago was
the only ....
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