To address your question regarding the use of soliloquy versus monologue and how it enhances the dramatic text in “I Am American,” let's evaluate each statement:
- Allows GRETCHEN to reveal that she sees herself as an American: Yes
- Frees GRETCHEN from the fear of being judged by others for her thoughts: Yes
- Gives GRETCHEN the chance to change what another character thinks: No
- Allows GRETCHEN to speak in as much detail as she wishes about her experience in America: Yes
This assessment reveals how soliloquy effectively contributes to Gretchen's character development and the overall narrative.