Question

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

Answer 1

Here’s how you can categorize each item:

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

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