Which best describes the difference between a monologue and an aside?

Which best describes the difference between a monologue and an aside?

• A. A monologue is spoken to the audience, an aside to other characters.
• B. A monologue is spoken by multiple characters; an aside by a single character.
• C. A monologue is a speech by one character to other characters on stage; an aside is a short speech by a character to express true feelings or thoughts.
• D. A monologue is always silent; an aside is spoken aloud.

Answer: (C)