Modernism, a literary movement that encouraged writers to tell stories in new and different ways, influenced Thornton Wilder to use innovative techniques such as_____.
having George Gibbs fall in love with the girl next door, Emily Webb <my choice
depicting an ordinary day in spring of 1901 in Act I
setting his play in a small fictional town in New England
including a question-and-answer session between the audience and characters on stage
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The correct answer is including a question-and-answer session between the audience and characters on stage.
To arrive at this answer, it's important to understand the key characteristics of Modernism as a literary movement. Modernism emerged in the early 20th century and aimed to break away from traditional forms and conventions. It encouraged writers to experiment with new techniques and perspectives, challenging the conventional ways of telling stories.
In the context of Thornton Wilder's play "Our Town," which is influenced by Modernism, he incorporates innovative techniques to engage the audience and provide a fresh theatrical experience. One of these techniques is the inclusion of a question-and-answer session between the audience and the characters on stage. This breaks the conventional barrier between the audience and the performance, allowing for direct interaction and engagement.
The other options provided - having George Gibbs fall in love with the girl next door, Emily Webb; depicting an ordinary day in spring of 1901 in Act I; and setting the play in a small fictional town in New England - while important aspects of the play, do not directly reflect the influence of Modernism on Wilder's use of innovative techniques.