What a fascinating assignment! Great idea! Well, to help
you I am going to give you some pointers that you need to think about in terms of
completing this assignment. First of all, you need to be aware that Cassio is a
character whose understanding of what is happening at various points in the play is not
complete. He, like so many other characters, is taken in and deceived by Iago, and is
manipulated by him for his own ends. Your account would need to pick up on this and
express suitable dismay and shock at how Cassio had been
used.
Secondly, remember too that if you are going to use
quotes, only pick quotes that Cassio himself used or quotes that he was able to hear
because he was present. Otherwise, you will need to report what Cassio has heard from
other characters.
Lastly, you might want to address some of
the questions that have vexed critics throughout the ages. For example, was Cassio
romantically interested in Desdemona? Was he just flirting, or was he just being
friendly? How would you give Cassio life? Is he a bit of a playboy, or is he a serious
man focused on his career and advancement?
Hopefully going
through these points and considering the issues that I have raised will help you in your
response. Good luck!
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