What is a purpose of stage directions?

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to identify which kind of audience will view the drama
to identify which kind of audience will view the drama

to explain character backgrounds in a drama
to explain character backgrounds in a drama

to set up how actors talk with each other in a drama
to set up how actors talk with each other in a drama

to describe actions that take place onstage in a drama

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The purpose of stage directions is primarily to describe actions that take place onstage in a drama. Stage directions provide essential information regarding movements, gestures, and positioning of actors, as well as details about the setting, lighting, and sound, which help to convey the intended mood and context of the play.