Question

guided practice
when reading a play, it is important to use stage directions in order to ______.
a. act out the drama as you read
b. critique the author’s purpose
c. envision the action
d. assess the characters

Explanation:

Stage directions in a play provide details about character movements, setting, and actions. Their primary function for a reader is to help visualize (envision) how the play unfolds physically, which brings the text to life. Acting out the drama (A) is not a requirement for reading, critiquing the author's purpose (B) is not the direct role of stage directions, and assessing characters (D) relies more on dialogue and characterization than stage directions alone.

Answer:

C. envision the action