From the passage, we may describe Portia's speech as a
A
soliloquy
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B
stage direction
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C
aside
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D
monologue
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Solution
The correct option is D monologue Here, Portia's speech has all the elements of a monologue: a speech presented solely by Portia directed to Shylock and lets him know her thoughts on "mercy." This qualifies as a monologue. So, the answer is option D.