Question

Read the following scene from Trifles. COUNTY ATTORNEY. Let’s talk about that later, Mr. Hale. I do want to talk about that, but tell now just what happened when you got to the house. HALE. I didn’t hear or see anything; I knocked at the door, and still it was all quiet inside. I knew they must be up, it was past eight o’clock. So I knocked again, and I thought I heard somebody say, “Come in.” I wasn’t sure, I’m not sure yet, but I opened the door—this door (indicating the door by which the two women are still standing), and there in that rocker—(pointing to it) sat Mrs. Wright. (They all look at the rocker.) What would be one advantage of watching this scene as opposed to reading it?

Answer 1

Watching a scene from 'Trifles' offers the advantage of visual and auditory elements that enrich the narrative by conveying emotions and atmosphere beyond what text alone can provide.

Step-by-step explanation:

The advantage of watching a scene from the play 'Trifles' rather than reading it includes experiencing the visual and auditory elements that are intrinsic to the performance. On stage, viewers can see the expressions and movements of Mrs. Wright in the house, which can convey her emotional state and add depth to the character that might not be as easily understood through text alone. Additionally, tone of voice, pauses, and the atmosphere crafted by the set and lighting can provide context clues and enhance the impact of the narrative.

Answer 2

The audience would actually watch all of the characters turn to stare at the rocker, which could enhance the mood of the scene