Question

description inferred character traits method of characterization

1. \i hate the idea of having all those people out there watching me,\ whispered violet. shy words; thoughts and feelings
2. juan got up before dawn and made his way down to the pier. he would be the first fisherman on the water today. hardworking; responsible actions
3. \amina waters her house plants every single day,\ said joyce. diligent, caring about plants comments by other characters
4. kamal looked proudly at the new painting he had done and decided to enter it in the local art contest. confident actions and appearance
5. \maybe im just not very bright,\ clovis thought. \i didnt pass that basket-weaving class ... again.\ insecure, self doubting words,thoughts,feelings
6. evander cant get along well with other people.
7. layla looked towards the door, biting her nails and fidgeting with her keys.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze entry 6 (Evander)

Description: "Evander can't get along well with other people."
Inferred Traits: Socially awkward; uncooperative
Method: Direct statement (description)

Step2: Analyze entry 7 (Layla)

Description: "Layla looked towards the door, biting her nails and fidgeting with her keys."
Inferred Traits: Anxious; nervous; impatient
Method: Actions and appearance

Answer:

1. Inferred Character Traits: Socially awkward; uncooperative

Method of Characterization: Direct description

1. Inferred Character Traits: Anxious; nervous; impatient

Method of Characterization: Actions and appearance