Question 5
NECO
•
2019
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LITERATURE_IN_ENGLISH
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objective
In a contemporary drama, the stage is initially dark. A single spotlight falls on a lone figure who begins to speak directly to the audience, revealing his inner thoughts. At the same time, the sound of distant thunder punctuates each of his sentences.
Identify two dramatic techniques employed in this scene and discuss the effect each technique creates on the audience.
Answer Options
Correct Answer
A.
Techniques: (i) Soliloquy (direct address) - gives the audience direct insight into the character's mind; (ii) Spotlight combined with thunder sound‑effects - isolates the character, heightens focus and creates an atmospheric tension that underscores his emotional state.
B.
Techniques: (i) Narration (voice‑over) - provides exposition to the audience; (ii) Fog machine - creates a mysterious atmosphere but does not focus attention on a single character.
C.
Techniques: (i) Chorus (group commentary) - offers collective perspective; (ii) Strobe lighting - creates rapid visual effects unrelated to emotional tension.
D.
Techniques: (i) Aside (whispered comment) - reveals hidden information to the audience; (ii) Background music - adds emotional depth but does not isolate the character.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
Techniques: (i) Soliloquy (direct address) - gives the audience direct insight into the character's mind; (ii) Spotlight combined with thunder sound‑effects - isolates the character, heightens focus and creates an atmospheric tension that underscores his emotional state.
About This Question
This is
Neco
2019
Literature In English
Question 5.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2019
Neco
Literature In English
examination.
Difficulty level:
Medium
.