Literary Characterization Quiz

Indirect characterization

Direct characterization (correct)

Implicit characterization

Subtle characterization

The author explicitly describes the character as brave and intelligent.

The author uses adjectives to directly label the character's personality traits.

The character's actions and dialogue reveal their kindness and generosity. (correct)

The character directly tells the reader about their fears and weaknesses.

Indirect characterization allows readers to interpret a character's traits, while direct characterization leaves no room for interpretation. (correct)

Indirect characterization relies on the character's internal monologue, while direct characterization does not.

Indirect characterization is only used for minor characters, while direct characterization is used for main characters.

Indirect characterization involves the author directly labeling the character's traits, while direct characterization does not.