Question

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

Explanation:

Direct characterization is when the author directly states a character's traits. Option A directly says "Amir was always in good spirits", stating his personality trait. Options B, C, and D show character - traits through actions (puppy shivering, actress waltzing, Dana gazing lazily) which are examples of indirect characterization.

Answer:

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