Read this excerpt from The Miracle Worker.

ANAGNOS: . . . It will no doubt be difficult for you there, Annie. But it has been difficult for you at our school too, hm? Gratifying, yes, when you came to us and could not spell your name, to accomplish so much here in a few years, but always an Irish battle. For independence.

Which element of drama does the author use in this excerpt?

A. dialogue that reveals emotions
B. stage directions that describe the scenery
C. stage directions that describe emotions
D. dialogue that reveals background information