"Othello": Act III, Scene III

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The paper shows that while the theme of appearance versus reality runs rampant throughout the play of "Othello" as perceptions become reality and imaginary thoughts take form, it is Act 3 Scene 3 of the play that captures this theme in essence. It discusses how the scene is an ideal representation of the manipulation of Iago and presents how he twists words and facts and creates a second reality for Othello that ultimately results in tragedy.

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"These words create a bond of trust towards Iago and reveal that Othello is unaware of Iagos deceit. Othello is honest himself and thus considers most people around him to be the same. His naivety and inability to perceive deceit when he sees it shows his lack of understanding of human nature and thus, makes him an easy person to manipulate.

It is in these words that Iago tries to show Othello the truth, as if mocking him for his nearsightedness and trust in people, "Men should be what they seem; Or those that be not, would they might seem none!" (3.3.128)""

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