Decide whether the text shows an example of indirect or direct characterization and use the drop-down menus to complete the statements.

Question

The other dog made no advances, nor received any; also, he did not attempt to steal from the newcomers
. He was a gloomy, morose fellow
, and he showed Curly plainly that all he desired was to be left alone, and further, that there would be trouble if he were not left alone. "Dave" he was called, and he ate and slept, or yawned between times
, and took interest in nothing, not even when the Narwhal crossed Queen Charlotte Sound and rolled and pitched and bucked like a thing possessed.

Answer 1

The text shows an example of indirect characterization.

Complete the statements as follows:

1. The other dog made no advances, nor received any; also, he did not attempt to steal from the newcomers. He was a gloomy, morose fellow, and he showed Curly plainly that all he desired was to be left alone...
2. This indicates that he has a detached personality, illustrating his desire for solitude through his actions and demeanor rather than explicitly stating it.

Therefore, the characterization is indirect as it reveals aspects of the character through behavior, dialogue, and the reactions of others rather than directly describing his traits.