Othello

Act 4 Scene 2

Why does Desdemona speak up to her father to get what she wants—but not to her husband? use Act 4.2 (when Desdemona responds to Othello’s accusation of infidelity)

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Desdemona's loyalties lie with her husband. She has literally given herself to him. She has severed and estranged her father and put all her trust in her husband. There are many details to this: too many for this short answer space. Check out the link below.

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