Use the excerpt from You Can Never Tell by George Bernard Shaw to answer the question.

Question

PHILIP (rising with grave politeness). Come, Dolly. (He gives her his arm.)

DOLLY. Good morning. (They go together to the door with perfect dignity.)

VALENTINE (overwhelmed with remorse). Oh, stop, stop. (They halt and turn, arm in arm.) You make me feel a perfect beast.

DOLLY. That's your conscience: not us.
How does the relationship among the dramatic elements in this excerpt advance the plot?

(1 point)
Responses

by using spectacle to hint at the overall emotions of the characters
by using spectacle to hint at the overall emotions of the characters

by using the inner thoughts of the characters and the setting of the play to create sympathy from the audience
by using the inner thoughts of the characters and the setting of the play to create sympathy from the audience

by using character actions to establish spectacle
by using character actions to establish spectacle

by using dialogue and stage directions to create tension

Answer 1

The correct response is:

by using dialogue and stage directions to create tension

In this excerpt, the dialogue reveals the emotional dynamics and conflict among the characters. Valentine’s remorse creates tension as he attempts to halt Philip and Dolly, who are composed and dignified. The contrast between their poise and Valentine’s distress heightens the emotional stakes, advancing the plot by illustrating the impact of his guilt on the relationships in the scene.