"Her handkerchief drops,"(III, iii, 295). Although this small side note seems irrelevant, I believe it is symbolic for what is about to unfold. The action of the fallen handkerchief represents the broken trust Othello now feels toward Desdemona. Previously, Othello loved Desdemona without question or worry, but after his conversation with Iago, he now sees her as deceitful. The handkerchief reveals their soon to be fallen relationship. Othello had asked Desdemona to always keep the handkerchief near to her and to use it for comfort. It was a symbol of their loving and devoted relationship. Now, as it falls to the floor, it is clear that there time of happiness and bliss is over. Due to Iago's plan, only drama and dishonesty will characterize their relationship. This only escalate when Othello is told that the handkerchief in Cassio's possession. Iago has officially won this battle. He is now the lieutenant and has convinced Othello that Desdemona is a cheater. Bravo.
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