Read the following scene from Trifles.MRS. HALE (abruptly moving toward her.) Mrs. Peters? MRS. PETERS. Yes Mrs. Hale? (At upstage right door.)MRS. HALE. Do you think she did it? MRS. PETERS (in a frightened voice.) Oh, I don’t know. What is one possible advantage of hearing the characters’ voices as opposed to silently reading the scene?
Answer
A
It helps readers visualize what each woman is wearing.
B
It helps listeners keep track of which woman is speaking.
C
It helps listeners envision the movements of each woman.
D
It helps readers conclude what each woman is thinking.
Explanation
Hearing the dialogue lets listeners distinguish the speakers by the sound of their voices, especially when the lines alternate quickly. It does not reveal what the women are wearing or directly show their movements or private thoughts. The advantage is that listeners can keep track of which woman is speaking.
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