I read this play! I loved it!
She stated many times, frantically, that she was alone.
The setting helped by showing her in her bedroom by herself.
I kinda think this may not have helped...
But I hope it did in some way!
Answer:
This was a quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson used to defend freedom and liberty. I think he's basically saying that what's the point of doing things if we aren't granted our freedom in return.
Hope I helped :)
What exactly are you talking about?