Literary Analysis: Character and Characterization Read the selection. Then, answer the questions that follow. People who don’t know Harry tend to underestimate him. They cast a skeptical eye on his typical outfit: ragged jeans and shirts that bear evidence of his most recent meal. And his most frequently uttered expression, “Waaaal, I just don’t know,” can make him sound less than bright. So, some enter a negotiating session with Harry relaxed and confident that their side will prevail and that Harry will gain no concessions for his group. That assumption is one that Harry cultivates, and it is a big, big mistake. What kind of technique does an author use to show a character’s traits through that character’s dialogue?

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Literary Analysis: Character and Characterization   Read the selection. Then, answer the questions that follow.   People who don’t know Harry tend to underestimate him. They cast a skeptical eye on his typical outfit: ragged jeans and shirts that bear evidence of his most recent meal. And his most frequently uttered expression, “Waaaal, I just don’t know,” can make him sound less than bright. So, some enter a negotiating session with Harry relaxed and confident that their side will prevail and that Harry will gain no concessions for his group. That assumption is one that Harry cultivates, and it is a big, big mistake.   What kind of technique does an author use to show a character’s traits through that character’s dialogue?  
A. symbolism and irony   
B. point of view   
C. direct characterization   
D. indirect characterization

Writeacher · Answer

What selection? What do YOU THINK the answer is?

Anonymous · Answer

point of view

Noemi · Answer

No, it's not B. point of view. Believe me, I took this test and B was wrong.

Noemi · Answer

It's C.

May · Answer

C is also incorrect. I'm thinking it could possibly be D but I'm not certain

May · Answer

not D sorry I meant A but I took the test and it wasn't c