Question #N944
The playwright uses a particular technique, often in dramatic works, to communicate the inner thoughts and feelings of characters. This technique allows the audience to see the characters' perspectives and understand their motivations. The use of this technique can be especially effective in situations where characters are unable or unwilling to express their true thoughts and feelings directly.
Which of the following rhetorical devices is most likely used by the playwright to communicate the inner thoughts and feelings of characters?
A. Metaphor
B. Simile
C. Soliloquy
D. Anecdote
Correct Answer is: C
A soliloquy is a speech in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud, often to themselves, revealing their inner feelings and motivations to the audience. This technique allows the audience to understand the character's perspective without the character having to directly express their thoughts and feelings to other characters.