Which of the following excerpts from the passage above illustrates description used for characterization? I. “His features are s
trong and masculine, with an Austrian lip and arched nose . . . .” II. “He held his sword drawn in his hand to defend himself, if I should happen to break loose . . . .” III. “His voice was shrill, but very clear and articulate, and I could distinctly hear it when I stood up.” II only I, II, and III I and III I only
It might be said characterization could be achieved by option I “His features are strong and masculine, with an Austrian lip and arched nose . . . .” and III <span>“His voice was shrill, but very clear and articulate, and I could distinctly hear it when I stood up.” Both example, reveal information about the character which might help the reader to get a clear picture of how he looks like. In the case of sentence II, it seems to be more of speculation than a description. </span>
