Answer:
D. It introduces the conflict
A NATION OF THE FREE AND THE BRAVE
Answer: A. the least work possible
In direct characterization character's personality is explicitly described. Indirect characterization on the other hand uses dialogue, actions and other non-explicitly descriptions. Fro the given sentences the following sentence is example of direct characterization:
The door opened and in came ridiculous Reginald, as dapper and debonair as ever.
that between Fortunato and his arch-nemesis Montresor.