What Are The Similarities Between Romeo And Juliet And Othello

Similar to “Romeo and Juliet”, the general plot in “Othello, the Moor of Venice” by Shakespeare slowly goes from upright to devastating. In this play, I saw how one person can cause so much conflict that it results in the death of the main characters. Being that Othello went from a noble warrior to a jealous and murderous husband shows how much of an impact Iago’s lies and schemes had on him. The character of Othello and his downfall truly shows how noble he really was. Even though Othello was labeled as a Moor from North Africa, he was still a noble warrior in the Venetian state. He was great and noble leader in the beginning of the play. Desdemona’s father disagreed with the secret marriage of Othello and his daughter because he thought that he used a spell to make Desdemona fall in love with him. Othello and Desdemona’s relationship was a classic love story until it was manipulated by Iago. Othello would respect and love Desdemona to the fullest by his actions towards her. No matter the situation, Othello kept Desdemona as a first priority. They loved each other dearly until the drama was started by Iago. Othello was a noble warrior and husband until he was blinded by Iago’s lies. Being …show more content…
Iago’s twisted schemes worked like a charm on Othello because he succeeded on taking Othello out but what comes around goes around and he got a taste of his own medicine. If Othello was as noble as he was when it came to battles, maybe he would not have been lost in Iago’s lies. His downfall changed his characteristics from the beginning to the end of the play dramatically. Both Desdemona and Othello were put to the test when during this situation. The emotional and physical impact on each Othello was remarkable because he went through a trance caused by his raging jealousy and stress. It was clear that Iago’s plan was premeditated which assists his