Question

ce from \initiation.\
and from that time on, initiations didnt bother millicent at all.
which revision of this sentence best uses direct characterization?
○ millicent was bold, brave, and no longer bothered by initiations.
○ upon reflection, millicent realized that initiations didnt really bother her.
○ thereafter, millicent said yes to each initiation task without question.
○ millicents tense posture evaporated, and a smile curled on her lips.

Explanation:

Direct characterization explicitly states a character's traits or feelings directly to the reader, rather than showing them through actions or thoughts. The correct option directly describes Millicent's traits (bold, brave) and her lack of bother from initiations, which is direct statement of her state. The other options use indirect characterization: they show her realization, actions, or physical cues instead of directly stating her traits/feelings.

Answer:

A. Millicent was bold, brave, and no longer bothered by initiations.