When does direct characterization occur? A. When authors use a character's appearance to reveal personality traits B. When autho
rs clearly tell readers about a character's personality traits C. When authors drop subtle hints about a character's personality traits D. When authors develop a character's personality traits based on real life
When we get to know a character by the description that the author provides, we are facing direct characterization. In direct characterization, the author uses adjectives to describe the character's appearance and personality. Hence, the correct answer is B, direct characterization occurs when authors clearly tell readers about a character's personality traits.
