When developing a character, why does an author rely heavily on description and sensory language?

Question

A. To help readers make guesses as to why the author chose to write about this character.
B. To help readers picture what the character is like.
C. To help readers feel more suspense about what the character will do next.
D. To help readers make connections about the relationships between characters.

Answer 1

B. To help readers picture what the character is like.

Authors rely heavily on description and sensory language to create vivid images in the readers' minds, allowing them to visualize the character's appearance, actions, and emotions more clearly. This helps to make the character more relatable and engaging.