MOM: Now, kids, teasing isn’t going to solve anything. We’re a family. Let’s put our heads together and think of a way to help Mitch feel more comfortable during a storm so he’ll join us on the porch. (As family members get into a huddle, thunder rumbles*. [See Production Notes for all stage directions followed by asterisks.] MITCHELL looks around and sneaks off to bedroom, where he curls up on the bed.)

Question

Question
Use the excerpt to answer the question.

What does the playwright achieve with the stage directions?

(1 point)
Responses

He provides details about the plot’s climax.
He provides details about the plot’s climax.

He provides clues as to why Mitchell feels the way he does.
He provides clues as to why Mitchell feels the way he does.

He provides clues as to what Mom hopes to achieve.
He provides clues as to what Mom hopes to achieve.

He provides exposition about character behavior.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

He provides clues as to why Mitchell feels the way he does.

The stage directions indicate that Mitchell sneaks off to the bedroom and curls up on the bed, suggesting his discomfort and desire to escape from the situation. This provides insight into his emotional state and helps the audience understand his feelings about the storm.