Question

Read the statements about Clara Barton, then use the drop-down menus to identify each as either direct or indirect characterization.

“She learned to cross the little winding French river on teetering logs at its most dangerous depths.”



“That little girl, who remembered nothing but fear of her earliest childhood, was happy when she flaunted her courage.”


“Hour after hour, and day after day, she sat by his bedside, his thin hand clasped in her strong one.”

Answer 1

1. Indirect characterization — shows her bravery/skill by describing what she did.
2. Direct characterization — directly tells the reader about her feelings and past fear.
3. Indirect characterization — shows her devotion/compassion through her actions.