The playwright achieves the following with the stage directions: He provides clues as to why Mitchell feels the way he does. The stage directions indicate Mitchell's reaction to the thunder by sneaking off to his bedroom and curling up on the bed, which suggests that he feels uncomfortable and anxious during the storm. This behavior gives insight into his character's feelings and adds emotional depth to the scene.
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 Use the excerpt to answer the question. What does the playwright achieve with the stage directions? (1 point) Responses He provides exposition about character behavior. He provides exposition about character behavior. 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 details about the plot’s climax.
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