Question

Direct characterization Indirect characterization
A) Drag each item to indicate whether it describes direct or indirect characterization. (2 points)
 uses statements from the narrator
 requires the reader to draw conclusions about the character’s thoughts or actions
 describes the actions the character takes
 requires the reader to make deductions about the character
 tells information about the character’s physical appearance
 requires the reader to think about how other characters react to the character

Answer 1

Sure! Here’s how you can categorize the items into direct and indirect characterization:

**Direct characterization:**
- uses statements from the narrator
- tells information about the character’s physical appearance

**Indirect characterization:**
- requires the reader to draw conclusions about the character’s thoughts or actions
- describes the actions the character takes
- requires the reader to make deductions about the character
- requires the reader to think about how other characters react to the character