Question

which is an example of indirect characterization?
○ our teacher was quick to laugh. he had a great sense of humor.
○ the small girl smiled shyly after completing her piano solo.
○ samuel was anxious and very eager to please his teacher.
○ luke had a large vocabulary. he was an excellent writer.

Explanation:

Indirect characterization reveals a character's traits through their actions, speech, thoughts, or interactions, rather than direct statements. The first, third, and fourth options directly state the character's traits (great sense of humor, anxious/eager, excellent writer). The second option shows the girl's shyness through her action of smiling shyly, which is indirect.

Answer:

The small girl smiled shyly after completing her piano solo.