Question

Which statement best describes the difference between a monologue and a soliloquy?

1.)A monologue is a speech given by one character to other characters, while a soliloquy is spoken by a character who is thinking aloud.
2.)A monologue is a speech not meant to be heard by another character, while a soliloquy is a speech made to other characters in a play.
3.)A monologue is speech made by a single character, while a soliloquy is a dialogue among several characters in a play.
4.)A monologue is a speech made in the presence of other characters, while a soliloquy is always made when the character is alone.

Answer 1

The difference between a monologue and a soliloquy is that in a monologue, the speaker is addressing an audience. In a soliloquy, the author is just thinking out loud, as it is intended for himself. 

Answer 2

he difference between a monologue and a soliloquy is in the fact that in a monologue, the speaker is addressing an audience, whereas in a soliloquy, the author is just thinking out loud, as it his intended for himself. This is used so that the audience can better understand the internal struggles of the character.