Othello

Why is Iago unwilling to be present when he is talking about Othello’s marriage to Desdemona? Cite two instances where Iago avoids being involved.

Act 1 Scene II

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Iago tries to get Othello to go insde and keep him out of trouble;

"Those are the raisèd father and his friends.

You were best go in."

Iago doesn't wish to divulge who Othello has married....

IAGO

Faith, he tonight hath boarded a land carrack.

If it prove lawful prize, he’s made for ever. IAGO

Tonight he boarded a treasure ship. If he can keep it, he’ll be set forever.

CASSIO

I do not understand.

IAGO

He’s married.

CASSIO

To whom?

IAGO

Marry, to—

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Othello