Question

How do these stage directions help to develop the characters in the play?
A. by providing insight into the characters’ physical appearance and manner of speaking
B. by showing the characters’ reactions and revealing their attitude toward another character
C. by revealing the characters’ inner thoughts and emotions during the middle of the conversation
D. by describing the characters’ actions and movements on the stage without conveying any specific emotions

Answer 1

B. Stage directions often show how a character reacts (gestures, facial expressions, tone) and thus reveal their attitude toward other characters, which develops characterization.