The Benefit of Manipulation Throughout the play, Iago is portrayed as a very jealous and angry person. He is desperately seeking revenge on a situation he has no control over. His vengeful mentality is rooted in his jealously of Cassio, for being promoted to lieutenant and anger with Othello for promoting Cassio when Iago felt he was more qualified for the position. Instead of talking to Othello about the decision for the position of lieutenant, …showed first 75 words of 1261 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1261 total…and revenge himself upon Othello for making Cassio lieutenant and for having a rumored affair with his wife, Emilia. Iago is an egotistical man whose self-esteem is hurt. His ability to conceal his true thoughts enables him to plot his revenge. Iago has clea! r and focused motives and reasons for his actions. Numerous motives ranging from jealousy, hatred, to an injured pride are the driving forces that helps Iago with his actions. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**