Question

Act III Scene V is a monologue. Can you find any evidence that suggests that this scene is a one person dialogue and whether it is spoken in first, second or third person? a) A monologue spoken in the first person.

b) A dialogue between two characters in the second person.
c) A soliloquy in the third person.
d) A conversation involving multiple characters.

Answer 1

Act III Scene V in the play does not seem to be a monologue as it mentions Mrs. Linde sitting at the table. Based on the given information, it is most likely a soliloquy in the third person.

Step-by-step explanation:

A monologue is when one character delivers a speech to convey his or her thoughts, although other characters may remain on stage in the scene. Based on the provided information, Act III Scene V in the play does not seem to be a monologue as it mentions Mrs. Linde sitting at the table. Therefore, it does not fit option a) which suggests a monologue spoken in the first person. It also does not fit option b) which suggests a dialogue between two characters in the second person. Similarly, it does not fit option d) which suggests a conversation involving multiple characters. Based on the given information, option c) is the most probable answer, suggesting that Act III Scene V is a soliloquy in the third person, with Mrs. Linde being the character speaking alone on stage.