1. Iago lists several reasons for disliking Cassio and Othello, but the true reason behind his hatred is that Othello gave Cassio a raise, that Iago thought he deserved. When talking about Othello he says, “And I know my own worth well enough to know I deserve that position. But he wants to have things his own way, so he sidesteps the issue with a lot of military talk and refuses their request” (1.1 12-15) His dislike for Cassio is fueled by jealousy, that Cassio got the job instead of himself. “My career is cut short by some bookkeeper, even though the general saw my fighting skills first-hand in Rhodes and Cyprus. This accountant is now lieutenant, while I end up as the Moor’s flag-bearer” (1.1 28-35)
2. Roderigo is helping Iago, because
2. Roderigo is helping Iago, because