Bianca Jealousy Quotes

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Bianca’s feelings of betrayal and jealousy relates to the often discussed theme of an individual’s lust for revenge through manipulation for one’s benefit or personal gain. In many cases, backstabbing and deceit become habitual actions that elicit no feelings of empathy or guilt to the point that the only commonality shared by Shakespeare’s characters is dishonesty. This passage speaks to Iago’s character because he is deceitful; it shows how he manipulates everyone into thinking what he wants them to, typically the worst in the other person. Bianca’s use of the word “devil” shows that the evil spirits are in the presence of them and help Iago with his plans for revenge. “I was a fine fool to take it” illustrates Bianca’s regret in taking

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