Sojourner Truth, by Joanna L. Evans © This play is reprinted from Plays, The Drama Magazine for Young People with the permission of the publisher Plays/Sterling Partners Inc. 897 Washington Street #600160, Newton, MA 02460

Question

Question
Use the passage to answer the question.

What purpose does Rebecca’s monologue serve for the plot?

Select the two correct answers.

(1 point)
Responses

The monologue shows how determined Rebecca is to join the movement by showing that she knows a lot about Truth and the suffrage movement.
The monologue shows how determined Rebecca is to join the movement by showing that she knows a lot about Truth and the suffrage movement.

The monologue shows the audience that Rebecca and her mom will come to an agreement soon.
The monologue shows the audience that Rebecca and her mom will come to an agreement soon.

Mama’s preceding line and her reaction to Rebecca’s monologue help show the audience the divide between mother and daughter.
Mama’s preceding line and her reaction to Rebecca’s monologue help show the audience the divide between mother and daughter.

The monologue reveals how both Rebecca and Mama really feel about Sojourner Truth.
The monologue reveals how both Rebecca and Mama really feel about Sojourner Truth.

Rebecca’s monologue relieves tension between mother and daughter.

Answer 1

The two correct answers regarding the purpose of Rebecca's monologue for the plot are:

1. The monologue shows how determined Rebecca is to join the movement by showing that she knows a lot about Truth and the suffrage movement.

2. Mama’s preceding line and her reaction to Rebecca’s monologue help show the audience the divide between mother and daughter.

These selections highlight Rebecca's determination and the conflict between her and her mother, which are key elements in the development of the plot.