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In the theatre, words spoken by a character that are meant to be heard by the audience ...

In the theatre, words spoken by a character that are meant to be heard by the audience but not by the other characters on stage is called_________?
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  • A Aside
  • B Soliloquy
  • C Acoustic
  • D Tone
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The term “Aside” is used in drama and theater, and it happens when a character’s dialogue is spoken but not heard by other actors on the stage.

Asides are useful for giving information about the other characters onstage or the action of the plot.
The movie titled “Deadpool” is a perfect example of a movie full of ‘asides’

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