The excerpt is an example of: " Indirect characterization, because it is showing Della's pride in her long hair" (Option A)
<h3>What is characterization?</h3>
The process of unveiling a characters true form either by direct description of indirectly (via the characters interaction with other characters, and or their own words and attitudes) is called characterization.
Hence the correct answer is option A
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Full Question:
Read the excerpt from "The Gift of the Magi." This excerpt is an example of which kind of characterization? Had the queen of Sheba lived in the flat across the airshaft, Della would have let her hair hang out the window some day to dry just to depreciate Her Majesty's jewels and gifts.
O indirect characterization, because it is showing Della's pride in her long hair
O direct characterization, because it is describing Della's skill for decorating
O indirect characterization, because it is revealing Della's cultural heritage
O direct characterization, because it is describing Della's prized possessions
