Question

when an author uses actions, thoughts, and speech to show the reader who a character is, the author is using

conflict
direct characterization
indirect characterization
resolution

Explanation:

Analyze the definition of characterization

The prompt describes a literary technique where an author reveals a character's personality through their actions, thoughts, and speech (often summarized by the STEAL acronym: Speech, Thoughts, Effect on others, Actions, Looks).

Differentiate between direct and indirect methods

• Direct characterization occurs when the author explicitly tells the reader what the character is like (e.g., "He was a patient man").
• Indirect characterization occurs when the author shows the character's traits through clues like actions, thoughts, and speech, requiring the reader to make inferences.

Match with the given options

The description "uses actions, thoughts, and speech to show the reader who a character is" corresponds to indirect characterization.

Answer:

• conflict
• direct characterization
• indirect characterization (Correct answer)
• resolution