'Othello is more about the absurdity of jealousy than its destructive power.' To what extent do you agree with this view?

Explore and explain key phrases in the question (i.e. the absurd versus the destructive regarding jealousy)Apply these themes to relevant aspects of the play (nobility, hubris, stoicism, emotion, etc)Use the opinions of literary critics to support or contradict the given argumentOffer a well rounded argument where both sides of the argument has been consideredEnsure the answer is developed and pointed so that the conclusion is clear

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