How do writers use direct characterization in a story?
A.
by unveiling the thoughts and actions of the character
B.
through the writer’s statements about the character
C.
through the comments and reactions of other characters
D.
by showing the character’s comments about himself or herself

Question

How do writers use direct characterization in a story?
A. 
by unveiling the thoughts and actions of the character
B. 
through the writer’s statements about the character
C. 
through the comments and reactions of other characters
D. 
by showing the character’s comments about himself or herself

Mercury · Answer

thoughts? recall the definition of direct characterization - "the way an author or another character within the story describes or reveals a character, through the use of descriptive adjectives, epithets, or phrases" with that in mind, which choice do you think best describes how authors use direct characterization? reference: https://literarydevices.net/direct-characterization/