Hello friends today we are discuss this question, the question is -What is the effect of thus alternating the proposal and the arguments ? Explain your answer.
In the play ‘The Proposal Anton Chekhov alternates the actual proposal and the arguments of the characters in a skilful and satiric way. Throughout the play, he satirises the mannerism and behaviour of the landed gentry of 19th century Russia through the three characters’ involvement in heated arguments over silly issues. Their frivolities are also exposed and ridiculed to the amusement of the readers. The prospect of the marriage proposal which is very important to all the characters and their participation in petty arguments runs side by side in the course of the play. The effect of this is hilarious. The action of the play has been speeded up while alternating the proposal and arguments, so it evokes laughter and fun. Though the mood of the play is completely satiric, the playwright also aims to entertain the audience. This altération between the proposal and the arguments augments the quality of amusement in this play.