In the context of stream of consciousness, what is the primary difference between 'internal monologue' and 'soliloquy'?
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Correct answer: Soliloquy is formal speech; internal monologue is pre-verbal thought
A soliloquy is a theatrical convention where a character speaks their thoughts clearly to the audience. Internal monologue (especially indirect) captures the fragmented, associative, and often non-linear quality of silent thought.
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