Which character initially uncovers Iago’s secretive plot?

Othello's Iago is one of the most reviled characters in literature. In act 1, scene 1 of the play, we are introduced to this infamous figure. In a two-page essay, analyze Iago. What is he like? Please do a close rereading of this scene. Include at least three quotations or paraphrases from the play to support your thesis, and develop each of these citations in separate paragraphs.

IAGO: If the balance of our lives had not one scale of reason to poise another of sensuality, theblood and baseness of our natures would conduct us to most preposterous conclusions: but we have reason to cool our raging motions, our carnalstings, our unbitted lusts, whereof I take this that you call love to be a sect or scion.The above lines mainly shows that Iago .Answer choices for the above questionA. does not believe in the power of his free willB. thinks Roderigo can and should control his emotions C. is worried that Roderigo will get hurt by Desdemona D. actively works at controlling his emotions.

Which of the following selections best describes Iago’s true feelings about Roderigo?Answer choices for the above questionA. He thinks Roderigo is an easily manipulated fool. B. He hates Roderigo because he is rich.C. He is intimidated by Roderigo’s cleverness.D. He considers Roderigo an indispensable friend.

The lines below adds to the development of the text mainly by .IAGO: Cassio's a proper man: let me see now:To get his place and to plume up my willIn double knavery--How, how? Let's see:-- After some time, to abuse Othello's ear That he is too familiar with his wife.He hath a person and a smooth disposeTo be suspected, framed to make women false. The Moor is of a free and open nature,That thinks men honest that but seem to be so, And will as tenderly be led by the noseAs asses are.I have't. It is engender'd. Hell and nightMust bring this monstrous birth to the world's light.Answer choices for the above questionA. explaining the reason why Iago hates OthelloB. explaining that Othello trusts people too easilyC. revealing that Iago suspects that Desdemona is unfaithfulD. revealing Iago’s plan for taking revenge on Othello

How do the main characters in both works navigate issues of identity and self-discovery?