In this extract we learn that Othello is both an insider and an outsider. Othello is presented as being an insider when he speaks using military language. He boasts about the work that he has done for the 'signory', and believes it will 'out tounge his complaints'. All of the other men work for the military and this is what Othello has in common with them and how he relates to the others. The military is also the way in which Othello has built his well respected reputation. On the other hand this scene also presents Othello as being an outsider through his race. This is why Iago knows that Brabantio will not approve of the marriage between Othello and Desdemona. Iago says 'he will divorce you', this is him trying to make Othello feel like an outsider as he tell him that there is no chance that he will be accepted as Desdemona's husband by her father because he is black.
There is evidence of dramatic irony from Iago in this extract. Iago says 'to do no contrived murder'. This is ironic as Iago causes several murders at the ending of the play. This quote reveals his duality the other characters perceive this to be true, however the audience understand that Iago has a much more sinister nature, and learn as the play goes on Iago is prepared to kill whoever he thinks he needs to to get what he wants.
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