The Play's the Thing
Scene 1
JARED and NIAL stand outside the school auditorium's
door before drama tryouts for a school play.]
ARED:
have a bad feeling. Why don't you come with me?
NIAL:
Laughs] To try out? I'm a musician, not an actor.
ARED:
Folds his hands as if praying] You only have to read
rom a script.
HIAL:
Okay. Why not? Just don't worry. I'm here for you.
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Which statement BEST explains how stage
directions enhance the play's meaning?
The stage directions explain the relationship
between the characters.
The stage directions reveal the inner
thoughts of the characters.
The stage directions explain the characters'
experiences through flashbacks.
The stage directions reveal the characters'
feelings through their gestures.