Question

Use the character description to answer the question.

Sonny was tall with dark hair and brown eyes. He held a baseball bat up against his shoulder.
Which additional description would best help develop the character?

(1 point)
Responses

Sonny was very talented. He was probably much better than most of the other players who came for tryouts.
Sonny was very talented. He was probably much better than most of the other players who came for tryouts.

Sonny wore a red baseball shirt and gray pants. He also wore cleats and carried a baseball bag like everyone else. Everyone was at the field for tryouts.
Sonny wore a red baseball shirt and gray pants. He also wore cleats and carried a baseball bag like everyone else. Everyone was at the field for tryouts.

Sonny’s focused practice swings made harsh whooshing sounds that caused nearby players to cast sideways glances at him, clearly impressed.
Sonny’s focused practice swings made harsh whooshing sounds that caused nearby players to cast sideways glances at him, clearly impressed.

Sonny’s team had tryouts every year. Tryouts were always a big deal, so it was no surprise the field was so full.
Sonny’s team had tryouts every year. Tryouts were always a big deal, so it was no surprise the field was so full.
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Answer 1

The best additional description to help develop the character of Sonny is:

**Sonny’s focused practice swings made harsh whooshing sounds that caused nearby players to cast sideways glances at him, clearly impressed.**

This choice adds depth to Sonny’s character by showcasing his skills and the impact he has on those around him, helping to convey his talent and the respect he garners from others.