Question

which description is an example of direct characterization?
a. the actress waltzed onto the stage without even glancing at the thousand - member audience.
b. the puppy shivered uncontrollably as he entered the veterinarians office.
c. amir was always in good spirits - his laugh would bubble through the room, infecting those around him with giggles.
d. dana gazed lazily out the window as her chemistry teacher handed out the semester exam.

Explanation:

Direct characterization directly states a character's traits. Option C directly says "Amir was always in good spirits", stating a trait. Options A, B and D show actions but do not directly state traits.

Answer:

C. Amir was always in good spirits – his laugh would bubble through the room, infecting those around him with giggles.