How do the stage directions (in italics) impact the way the actors would perform this scene?

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They give directions on where the actors walk on stage.
They give directions on where the actors walk on stage.

None of the above.
None of the above.

They give hints about how the actors should express emotion and speak their lines.
They give hints about how the actors should express emotion and speak their lines.

They tell the actors what props to use during the scene.
They tell the actors what props to use during the scene.
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The correct response is: They give hints about how the actors should express emotion and speak their lines.

Stage directions in italics often provide insight into the emotions, movement, and pacing of the scene, impacting how the actors perform their roles. They can also offer guidance on interactions with props and other characters.