Character of Cassio in Shakespeares Othello :: GCSE English Literature Coursework

The Character of Cassio in Othello        Cassio is a an expert in strategic procedures and Othello is a Moor general in charge of the Venetian army. Cassio works by Othellos side as the armys lieutenant. Cassio though very useful in the armys duties was a simple- head worded man, unconscious of his surroundings and his actions. He told Iago, I have very poor and unhappy brains for drinking. I could well wish courtesy would invent some other custom of entertainment. Yet, shortly after this statement Cassio finds himself in a state in which he is so drunk he ends up fight with a Cyprus official. Their naive ways lead them through a storm, it swept away Othello as Iago stood and watched.   Othello was an honored and trusted general. His character reflected the honor and respect that was given over to him. In scene one Barbantio and Othello confront each other about the couples love and marriage. Even as her own fathers trust grew distant Othello stood faithful as he told Barbantio, My life upon her faith Even though Othello trusted his wife he began to suspect her allegiance, as Othellos confidant Iago poisoned his mind with thoughts of infidelity. Othellos character reminds me of Edmond Dantes. There seems to be a similarity in the sense that, Edmonds mind was pure and innocent, he didnt even suspect his own companions of betraying him. Edmonds mind continued free of cruel intentions until his minds might began to expand and he soon learned who his real enemies were. Edmonds character changed. His entire life was altered with the help of his mentor. Othello didnt have the assistance of a teacher yet he had the assistance of Iago. Trust was the key to their downfalls. Othello trusted without protection. When he trusted someone he depended fully on that individual and committed his life to the faithfulness of that person. He wore no armor against the dishonesty of the cruel and knew how to fight only in the physical realm. I kn ow Iago thy honesty and love doth mince this matter...When the manifestation came upon Edmonds life he sought out revenge. In the same manner Othellos heart and mind was purely focused on his wife, Desdemona. When the poison in his mind began to settle, Othellos trust for Desdemona grew distant and his innocence began to fade. For I know thou art full of love and honesty and weighst thy words before thou givest them breath.