Explain Iago’s plan as it stands at the end of Act I. After reading the beginning of Act II, do you believe he will be successful? What is leading you to your conclusion?
At the end of Act I starting from line 376 Iago has a soliloquy explaining his plans to ruin Othello and basically how he will take Rodrigo’s money and use his wit to out smart the other characters. Before his soliloquy he talks with Rodrigo to stop him from drowning him self and committing suicide, and makes it seem that they have a good relationship but really he is just fooling him and using him for his money. His other plan is to make Otello believe that Desdemona is sleeping with Casio. I think that he will be successful because he can manipulate minds and trick people. Even though Iago looks like the one who gets along with all the other people and seems the most innocent, he is the one in this situation that is stirring up the heat and most deceitful. He gains their respect and trust that could give him an easy opportunity to danger anything. Othello wants to ruin his relationship with Desdemona because if they break up then him and Rodrigo will have a better alliance making it easier for him to become lieutenant. Also if Iago blames Cassio then that would make Othello appoint Iago as the new lieutenant. Iago sets up the characters perfectly so that he can manipulate them accordingly to his plans. I think that he will succeed because he has all the right aspects for his plan. This story is also a tragedy and that’s indicating that something will go wrong.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Oh thell-O
Explain Iago’s plan as it stands at the end of Act I. After reading the beginning of Act II, do you believe he will be successful? What is leading you to your conclusion?
At the end of Act I starting from line 376 Iago has a soliloquy explaining his plans to ruin Othello and basically how he will take Rodrigo’s money and use his wit to out smart the other characters. Before his soliloquy he talks with Rodrigo to stop him from drowning him self and committing suicide, and makes it seem that they have a good relationship but really he is just fooling him and using him for his money. His other plan is to make Otello believe that Desdemona is sleeping with Casio. I think that he will be successful because he can manipulate minds and trick people. Even though Iago looks like the one who gets along with all the other people and seems the most innocent, he is the one in this situation that is stirring up the heat and most deceitful. He gains their respect and trust that could give him an easy opportunity to danger anything. Othello wants to ruin his relationship with Desdemona because if they break up then him and Rodrigo will have a better alliance making it easier for him to become lieutenant. Also if Iago blames Cassio then that would make Othello appoint Iago as the new lieutenant. Iago sets up the characters perfectly so that he can manipulate them accordingly to his plans. I think that he will succeed because he has all the right aspects for his plan. This story is also a tragedy and that’s indicating that something will go wrong.
At the end of Act I starting from line 376 Iago has a soliloquy explaining his plans to ruin Othello and basically how he will take Rodrigo’s money and use his wit to out smart the other characters. Before his soliloquy he talks with Rodrigo to stop him from drowning him self and committing suicide, and makes it seem that they have a good relationship but really he is just fooling him and using him for his money. His other plan is to make Otello believe that Desdemona is sleeping with Casio. I think that he will be successful because he can manipulate minds and trick people. Even though Iago looks like the one who gets along with all the other people and seems the most innocent, he is the one in this situation that is stirring up the heat and most deceitful. He gains their respect and trust that could give him an easy opportunity to danger anything. Othello wants to ruin his relationship with Desdemona because if they break up then him and Rodrigo will have a better alliance making it easier for him to become lieutenant. Also if Iago blames Cassio then that would make Othello appoint Iago as the new lieutenant. Iago sets up the characters perfectly so that he can manipulate them accordingly to his plans. I think that he will succeed because he has all the right aspects for his plan. This story is also a tragedy and that’s indicating that something will go wrong.
Oh thell-O
Explain Iago’s plan as it stands at the end of Act I. After reading the beginning of Act II, do you believe he will be successful? What is leading you to your conclusion?
At the end of Act I starting from line 376 Iago has a soliloquy explaining his plans to ruin Othello and basically how he will take Rodrigo’s money and use his wit to out smart the other characters. Before his soliloquy he talks with Rodrigo to stop him from drowning him self and committing suicide, and makes it seem that they have a good relationship but really he is just fooling him and using him for his money. His other plan is to make Otello believe that Desdemona is sleeping with Casio. I think that he will be successful because he can manipulate minds and trick people. Even though Iago looks like the one who gets along with all the other people and seems the most innocent, he is the one in this situation that is stirring up the heat and most deceitful. He gains their respect and trust that could give him an easy opportunity to danger anything. Othello wants to ruin his relationship with Desdemona because if they break up then him and Rodrigo will have a better alliance making it easier for him to become lieutenant. Also if Iago blames Cassio then that would make Othello appoint Iago as the new lieutenant. Iago sets up the characters perfectly so that he can manipulate them accordingly to his plans. I think that he will succeed because he has all the right aspects for his plan. This story is also a tragedy and that’s indicating that something will go wrong.
At the end of Act I starting from line 376 Iago has a soliloquy explaining his plans to ruin Othello and basically how he will take Rodrigo’s money and use his wit to out smart the other characters. Before his soliloquy he talks with Rodrigo to stop him from drowning him self and committing suicide, and makes it seem that they have a good relationship but really he is just fooling him and using him for his money. His other plan is to make Otello believe that Desdemona is sleeping with Casio. I think that he will be successful because he can manipulate minds and trick people. Even though Iago looks like the one who gets along with all the other people and seems the most innocent, he is the one in this situation that is stirring up the heat and most deceitful. He gains their respect and trust that could give him an easy opportunity to danger anything. Othello wants to ruin his relationship with Desdemona because if they break up then him and Rodrigo will have a better alliance making it easier for him to become lieutenant. Also if Iago blames Cassio then that would make Othello appoint Iago as the new lieutenant. Iago sets up the characters perfectly so that he can manipulate them accordingly to his plans. I think that he will succeed because he has all the right aspects for his plan. This story is also a tragedy and that’s indicating that something will go wrong.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Luke Vs Beowulf
– Compare Luke Skywalker to Beowulf. What makes them different? Do they share any traits in common? How are they both heroic?
The heroic characters Luke Skywalker and Beowulf have many similarities and differences. They both fight greater forces that are more powerful then they are. Luke fights against Darth Vader but he doesn’t have the strong desire of fighting like Beowulf does. Beowulf on the other hand wants to fight and defeat, he fights Grande, Grenades mother, and the dragon. Beowulf has a strong reputation for being a great fighter and defeating monsters, this helps him build on his reputation at Heart when he’s gaining hope from the people. Luke on the other hand doesn’t have a reputation other than his dad. Beowulf’s determination helps him kill because unlike Luke he knows and understands his strength. Luke at first doesn’t know how to use the “force” he has but eventually learns. This can also relate to how Beowulf wanted to come fight Grendel without any hesitation, on the other hand Luke didn’t want to go help save Leia at first. Both characters also have mystical weapons, and are naturally skilled. Luke has the Light saber, and Beowulf has a large powerful sword that he receives from Unferth. Luke’s strength is different because it’s mental and skillful, while Beowulf has power and determination. Another difference also is that Luke Skywalker has a spiritual guide Obi-Wan, and Beowulf doesn’t have one. Both Luke and Beowulf answer a call to adventure to fight against the evil. Luke fights because he wants revenge for the murder of his aunt and uncle, and to save princess Leila. Beowulf fought for the pride of his country and heritage, treasure, and honor. Their compassions cause them to set a goal and do something for the good of others.
The heroic characters Luke Skywalker and Beowulf have many similarities and differences. They both fight greater forces that are more powerful then they are. Luke fights against Darth Vader but he doesn’t have the strong desire of fighting like Beowulf does. Beowulf on the other hand wants to fight and defeat, he fights Grande, Grenades mother, and the dragon. Beowulf has a strong reputation for being a great fighter and defeating monsters, this helps him build on his reputation at Heart when he’s gaining hope from the people. Luke on the other hand doesn’t have a reputation other than his dad. Beowulf’s determination helps him kill because unlike Luke he knows and understands his strength. Luke at first doesn’t know how to use the “force” he has but eventually learns. This can also relate to how Beowulf wanted to come fight Grendel without any hesitation, on the other hand Luke didn’t want to go help save Leia at first. Both characters also have mystical weapons, and are naturally skilled. Luke has the Light saber, and Beowulf has a large powerful sword that he receives from Unferth. Luke’s strength is different because it’s mental and skillful, while Beowulf has power and determination. Another difference also is that Luke Skywalker has a spiritual guide Obi-Wan, and Beowulf doesn’t have one. Both Luke and Beowulf answer a call to adventure to fight against the evil. Luke fights because he wants revenge for the murder of his aunt and uncle, and to save princess Leila. Beowulf fought for the pride of his country and heritage, treasure, and honor. Their compassions cause them to set a goal and do something for the good of others.
Friday, September 4, 2009
BEOWULF 2
• Blog – Comment on Wiglaf’s character throughout the end of the book. Is he honorable or heroic like Beowulf or does he display an additional set of values?
In the end of the book Wiglaf shows his bravery by being the only one to help out and go with Beowulf to kill the dragon that has been attacking Geat-Land. His loyalty, strength, courage, and the willing to risk his own life for others give him characteristic traits of a hero, and reflect Beowulf’s appearance in the beginning of the book. Beowulf knows that his death is reaching when he is about to fight the dragon. Beowulf doesn’t back down and have Wiglaf take a shot at the dragon; instead he takes the stand and approaches the dragon. Wiglaf gives moral support while Beowulf is trying to take on the dragon. When Beowulf stabs the dragon for the 2nd time the sword breaks and Wiglaf steps up and stabs the dragons throat to prevent it from breathing fire. Once the dragon’s venom starts killing Beowulf, Wiglaf looks after him and listens to his last words. Beowulf has Wiglaf retrieve the treasure from the dragon and tells him to watch after the people of his kingdom. Beowulf’s last request is also to construct a barrow in remembrance of him. Wiglaf represents the new heroic figure of the hopes of people and the kingdoms future. Since he has similar characteristics to Beowulfs heroic values Wiglaf becomes the new figure of the Geats.
In the end of the book Wiglaf shows his bravery by being the only one to help out and go with Beowulf to kill the dragon that has been attacking Geat-Land. His loyalty, strength, courage, and the willing to risk his own life for others give him characteristic traits of a hero, and reflect Beowulf’s appearance in the beginning of the book. Beowulf knows that his death is reaching when he is about to fight the dragon. Beowulf doesn’t back down and have Wiglaf take a shot at the dragon; instead he takes the stand and approaches the dragon. Wiglaf gives moral support while Beowulf is trying to take on the dragon. When Beowulf stabs the dragon for the 2nd time the sword breaks and Wiglaf steps up and stabs the dragons throat to prevent it from breathing fire. Once the dragon’s venom starts killing Beowulf, Wiglaf looks after him and listens to his last words. Beowulf has Wiglaf retrieve the treasure from the dragon and tells him to watch after the people of his kingdom. Beowulf’s last request is also to construct a barrow in remembrance of him. Wiglaf represents the new heroic figure of the hopes of people and the kingdoms future. Since he has similar characteristics to Beowulfs heroic values Wiglaf becomes the new figure of the Geats.
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