Discuss Possible interpretations of Iago's behaviour.Refer to Iago's manipulation of the various power structures within the play.

Throughout the play 'Othello' the main aim of Iago's behaviour is to bring about the downfall of Othello, due to the fact that Othello gave away the position of Lieutenant to Cassio when it was he who wanted to gain this position. Iago's behaviour is driven by his motives of revenge, vanity and envy towards Othello In order to ruin Othello Iago manipulates such power structure as the military, race and gender to undermine Othello …

…behaviour is driven by the thought of ruining Othello due to his own envy and vanity and he is able to manipulate each of the power structures to effectively ruin Othello. The power structures provide much conflict is able to create much dramatic interest enabling the play and the 1995 film version in encapsulate an audience. The uses of these power structures within the play also help Shakespeare highlight how they can help or destroy society.