How does Othello's experience with racism and societal influence compare to modern examples? Discuss.

Here's a breakdown of the essay structure and requirements based on your notes:

• 5. Modern Representation of Racism: In this section, you need to provide one specific example of racism from contemporary society. Choose from media stereotypes (e.g., criminal, aggressive, outsider portrayals), workplace discrimination, or social media racism. The focus should be on the effects of this racism, rather than just narrating a story.

• 6. Comparative Analysis: This is a crucial section where you compare themes in Othello with modern society.

  • Compare Othello being called "Moor" to labelling minorities today.
  • Compare Othello being stereotyped as violent to media stereotypes in modern times.
  • Compare Othello feeling like an outsider to social exclusion today.
  • Ensure you highlight both the similarities and differences between the historical context of Othello and modern experiences.

• 7. Role of Society in Shaping Identity: Discuss how societal views and expectations influenced Othello's perception of himself. Then, connect this to how modern society also shapes individual identity. You need to establish a strong theoretical connection between these two points.

• 8. Conclusion:

  • Restate your main argument from the essay.
  • Emphasize the continued relevance of Othello in understanding contemporary issues.
  • Conclude with a final thought on the persistence of racism in society.

• Tips for Students:

  • Always connect: Ensure your analysis flows from the literary text (Othello) to a relevant theory (e.g., postcolonialism, critical race theory) and then to a modern example.
  • Use specific phrases: Incorporate phrases like "This reflects...", "Similarly in modern society...", and "Through a postcolonial lens..." to clearly articulate your connections.