Question

How can you infer a character's motivation? Select three options.

Answer 1

by making a logical guess about motive based on clues and your previous knowledge

by looking for and citing evidence in the text as to why the character might think, feel, or act that way

by identifying a specific thought, feeling, or action

A characters motivation is given by its psycological background, its desires and its role in the story, you can infer it by reading what the author says abut him, and by putting special atention to its actions.

Answer 2

1. by identifying a specific thought, feeling, or action

2. by making a logical guess about motive based on clues and your previous knowledge

3. by looking for and citing evidence in the text as to why the character might think, feel, or act that way.