Understanding Soliloquy vs Aside: Purpose and Social Issues
English
Grade 6
8 questions
~16 mins
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A comprehension worksheet exploring the purpose of soliloquies and asides in addressing social issues through dramatic techniques.
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Understanding Soliloquy vs Aside: Purpose and Social Issues
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Introduction to Soliloquy and Aside
In many plays, characters sometimes reveal their inner thoughts directly to the audience. A soliloquy is a long speech given by a character alone on stage, sharing their inner feelings and plans. An aside is a brief remark that a character makes to themselves or the audience, often to reveal private thoughts without other characters hearing. Both techniques are used to address social issues by providing insight into characters' true motivations and opinions, which might be hidden from other characters.
1.
What is a soliloquy, and how does it differ from an aside?
[2 marks]2.
Why might a playwright use a soliloquy or aside when discussing social issues?
[2 marks]B
Analyzing Technique and Purpose
CHARACTER: (pausing, looking around) No one understands the struggles we face in this community. Sometimes I feel invisible, unheard. (turns to the audience) If only they knew what it’s really like for us.
1.
Identify whether this is an example of a soliloquy or an aside. Justify your answer.
[2 marks]2.
What social issue does the character seem to be addressing?
[2 marks]C
Creative Application
Write a short soliloquy or aside that highlights a social issue you feel passionate about. Use the checklist below to guide your writing.
1.
Your creative piece (soliloquy or aside) should be approximately 15 lines long. Include at least three emotional or persuasive language techniques.
[5 marks]2.
Checklist for your writing:
- Clearly state the social issue.
- Use emotional or persuasive language.
- Indicate whether it’s a soliloquy or an aside.
- Show the character’s personal feelings.
- Keep it within 15 lines.
[3 marks]D
Understanding Effects on Audience
When a character uses a soliloquy or an aside to discuss social issues, it helps the audience see their true feelings and motivations. This insight can evoke empathy and a deeper understanding of the social problem being addressed.
1.
How does using a soliloquy or an aside help audiences understand a character's true feelings about social issues?
[2 marks]2.
Provide an example of a social issue that could be effectively communicated through a character’s aside.
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