Analyzing Tone and Identifying Central Ideas: Chief Joseph's speech "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs"

Question 2 • [ELA11] ELA 11, Sem 1 (26-27)

Why is a dramatic monologue effective in “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock”? Check the three best choices.

Answer

Readers relate to Prufrock’s doubts and fears when they’re told in Prufrock’s own voice.

A dramatic monologue is the best way to convey Prufrock’s confidence in himself.

An audience is more receptive to ideas that are conveyed through a character’s feelings.

It’s easier to feel Prufrock’s sense of confusion and insignificance when he talks about it.

Explanation

A dramatic monologue lets readers hear Prufrock’s thoughts and feelings directly, making his doubts and fears easier to relate to (A). Ideas expressed through a character’s emotions can also feel more engaging and persuasive than ideas stated abstractly (C). When Prufrock describes his confusion and insignificance in his own words, readers can better understand and feel those experiences (D). Choice B is not a good fit because the monologue reveals his insecurity, not confidence.

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