Question

question 9 of 10
what is the meaning of the advice, show, dont tell?
a. readers often prefer to be told directly what a character is like, in
order to avoid ambiguity and confusion.
b. selecting precise adjectives to directly describe characters is the
best way to help the reader understand them.
c. most readers need to have characters explained to them directly,
in addition to being shown specific examples.
d. it can be more effective to let the reader figure out what a
character is like, rather than telling the reader directly.

Explanation:

"Show, don't tell" is a common writing principle in the subfield of Writing (under Arts). It emphasizes using descriptive details, actions, dialogue, and scenes (showing) to convey a character's traits, emotions, or a situation instead of simply stating them (telling). For example, instead of saying "She was brave", a writer might show her standing up to a bully. Options A, B, and C focus on telling (direct description or explanation), while D aligns with the essence of "showing" by having the reader infer from presented details.

Answer:

D. It can be more effective to let the reader figure out what a character is like, rather than telling the reader directly.