Question

Highlight details about David.

"I dare you to climb to the top, Dave!" suddenly challenged a boy in the group.

Almost before the challenge had been given, his coat was off, and he had started toward the new building amid a chorus of cries: "Good for you, Dave!" from the group of young spectators who were always thrilled by his daring exploits.

Use the details you highlighted to answer the questions.

What inference can be made about David, based on the details in the passage?


Is this an example of direct or indirect characterization?

Answer 1

Highlighted details about David
- A boy suddenly challenged him: "I dare you to climb to the top, Dave!"
- "Almost before the challenge had been given, his coat was off, and he had started toward the new building."
- The crowd cried, "Good for you, Dave!" and they were "always thrilled by his daring exploits."

What inference can be made about David?
- David is daring, bold, and quick to accept risky challenges (impulsive and adventurous). The immediate removal of his coat and movement toward the building plus the crowd’s comment about his "daring exploits" support this.

Is this direct or indirect characterization?
- Indirect characterization. The author shows David’s traits through his actions and others’ reactions/dialogue rather than stating them outright.