Mary’s monologue enhances the play by explaining how Mary feels about acting. It highlights her desire to be understood beyond the stereotypes associated with women in theater, revealing her deeper motivations and aspirations beyond mere fame or romantic notions.
Tradition
by George Middleton
OLLIVANT. [Kindly.] Ben and I only want to protect you, Mary.
MARY. Why do men always want to protect women?
OLLIVANT. Because we know the world.
MARY. Yes; but you don't know me. Father, you still think I'm only a foolish, stage-struck girl, and want flowers and men and my name in big letters. It isn't that.
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Question
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How does Mary’s monologue enhance the play?
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Responses
It explains how Mary feels about acting.
It explains how Mary feels about acting.
It reveals how Ben and Mary are different.
It reveals how Ben and Mary are different.
It shows why Ollivant does not understand Mary.
It shows why Ollivant does not understand Mary.
It outlines the differences between men and women.
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