Question

"Character Quick Check 4 of 54 of 5 Items Question Which line of dialogue might an author give to a character in a narrative to build indirect characterization?(1 point) Responses “The meeting was closed to the public,” noted Brianna. “Like everyone else, I’m suspicious and more than a little angry.” “The meeting was closed to the public,” noted Brianna. “Like everyone else, I’m suspicious and more than a little angry.” “I saw the woman come into the bank,” Catherine recounted. “She was slender, with dark hair and wearing a red shirt.” “I saw the woman come into the bank,” Catherine recounted. “She was slender, with dark hair and wearing a red shirt.” “I just finished cleaning the entire office,” said Samuel. “But I’m going through one more time to see if I missed anything.” “I just finished cleaning the entire office,” said Samuel. “But I’m going through one more time to see if I missed anything.” “I am very frustrated,” said Simon. “I combed the entire city trying to find that motorcycle helmet, and not one store has it!”"

Answer 1

To build indirect characterization, an author might choose a line of dialogue that reveals something about a character's beliefs, emotions, or personality without directly stating those traits. Among the options provided, the line that most effectively illustrates this is:

“I am very frustrated,” said Simon. “I combed the entire city trying to find that motorcycle helmet, and not one store has it!”

This dialogue showcases Simon's frustration and determination indirectly by illustrating his efforts and emotional state, allowing readers to infer more about his character and his situation.