Question

Which revision of this sentence best uses direct characterization?

Millicent’s tense posture evaporated, replaced by a genuine smile.

Upon reflection, Millicent realized that initiations didn’t really bother her.

Thereafter, Millicent said yes to each initiation task without question.

Millicent found that handling the tasks was much easier than she’d thought.

Answer 1

‘Millicent’s tense posture evaporated, replaced by a genuine smile.’ is the one that best describes the direct characterization.

In the sentence, it is described clearly that she was tense but soon her postures changes to a happy one with a genuine smile on her face.

These represent the actual characterisation of Millicent.

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is Millicent’s tense posture evaporated, replaced by a genuine smile.

Explanation:

• A literary technique called direct characterization is utilized to give the reader clear information about a character with little to no ambiguity. As opposed to more nuanced descriptions that allow some elements to the reader's imagination, the author is conveying a clear fact about the character in this style.
• Direct characterization aids readers in creating a mental image of a believable individual. However, some character traits are crucial to the plot and good authors urge the reader to add their own features. Consider a character that manipulates others with their appearance or whose work as a police officer positions them against another character.

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