Understanding Soliloquy, Monologue, and Aside

Front

What is a soliloquy?

Back

A soliloquy is a dramatic monologue spoken by a character in a play, expressing their inner thoughts and feelings.

Front

What is a monologue?

Back

A monologue is a long speech delivered by a character to other characters on stage.

Front

What is an aside?

Back

An aside is a brief remark or comment made by a character directly to the audience, not meant to be heard by other characters.

Front

How does an aside differ from a soliloquy?

Back

An aside is a brief comment made to the audience, while a soliloquy is a longer speech expressing a character's inner thoughts.

Front

What is the purpose of a soliloquy in a play?

Back

The purpose of a soliloquy is to provide the audience with insight into a character's inner thoughts and feelings.

Front

In which literary form does a character directly address the audience?

Back

In an aside.

Front

What is the difference between a soliloquy and a monologue?

Back

A soliloquy is spoken alone by a character, while a monologue is addressed to other characters.

Front

Can a soliloquy be heard by other characters on stage?

Back

No, a soliloquy is meant to be heard only by the audience.

Front

What is dramatic irony?

Back

Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not.

Front

What is the role of a character's inner thoughts in a soliloquy?

Back

The inner thoughts reveal the character's motivations, feelings, and conflicts.