ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Othello is a Moorish military commander who was serving as a general of the Venetian army in defence of Cyprus against invasion by Ottoman Turks. He has recently married Desdemona, a beautiful and wealthy Venetian lady much younger than himself, against the wishes of her father.

Detailed explanation-2: -Othello is a Moorish (African) general in the Venetian army and an eloquent storyteller who is respected, but often treated as an outsider. He has promoted Cassio to lieutenant while leaving Iago as ensign.

Detailed explanation-3: -Othello The Moore of Venice The story revolves around its two central characters: Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, and his treacherous ensign, Iago.

Detailed explanation-4: -Othello is referred to as a “Barbary horse” (1.1.113), a “lascivious Moor” (1.1.127), and “the devil” (1.1.91).

Detailed explanation-5: -Othello is the highly respected general of the armies of Venice, although he is not a native of Venice but rather a Moor, or North African. He is an eloquent and powerful figure, Othello shows to be a fearless soldier and general. and has been in the army for many years. He is used to the work of military life.