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Othello Act Two-Scene Three: Scene Summary

Characters: Cassio, Iago, Montano, Gentlemen, Rederigo, Othello, Desdemona

In this scene the men are drinking, singing songs and celebrating their general. Cassio doesn't want to drink because he is a lousy drunk and he lets this information slip to Iago who uses it to his advantage. Iago gets Cassio drunk hoping he will step out of line; Cassio does get drunk and picks a fight with Roderigo and Montano. Unfortunately for Cassio, Othello walks in during the fight wanting to know what happened. Iago tells Othello the story and Cassio fears his reputation is at stake. Iago leaves and Cassio and Iago talk for a while about Cassio's insecurities until Iago finally convinces Cassio to to Desdemona for comfort. Cassio leaves taking Iago's advice and the scene ends with Iago telling the audience how well his plan will unfold.