Question

what is the main purpose of characterization in literature? to reveal the plot of the story; to reveal the personality of characters; to describe the setting; to explain the theme

Explanation:

In literature, characterization refers to the methods an author uses to develop characters. Its main purpose is to show the personalities, traits, and motivations of characters. Revealing the plot is about the sequence of events, describing the setting is about the time and place of the story, and explaining the theme is about the central idea, so these are not the main purposes of characterization.

Answer:

B. To reveal the personality of characters