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Scene II explained

Othello gives Iago letters to deliver to the pilot and sends his duties to the senate, then plans to inspect the fortifications with the gentlemen.

What happens

Othello gives Iago letters to deliver to the pilot and sends his duties to the senate, then plans to inspect the fortifications with the gentlemen.

Characters to notice

  • Othello

    Gives orders to Iago and prepares to inspect the fortifications.

  • Iago

    Receives letters from Othello and agrees to deliver them.

Key passages

  • These letters give, Iago, to the pilot; And by him do my duties to the senate: That done, I will be walking on the works; Repair there to me.

    Othello instructs Iago to hand over the letters to the pilot and convey his respects to the senate, then says he will be walking along the fortifications and tells Iago to meet him there.

    Othello delegates tasks and plans his next move.

  • Well, my good lord, I’ll do’t.

    Iago agrees to carry out Othello's orders.

    Iago outwardly complies with Othello's commands.