The correct answer is A. reliable.
The writer was 'an authoritative source' because of her degrees, guest appearances, etc. Thus, she was a source you could rely on, she was reliable, given that she had experience to back her ideas up. Therefore A is the only correct answer.
Answer:
- by noticing how the character interacts with other characters
- by noticing details about what the character says, does, and thinks
- by noticing the context, and use it to make inferences about the character
- by noticing how the other characters perceive the character
Explanation:
The writer uses indirect characterization to portray the character. She/He can use this characterization to hold readers fascinated so the readers want to follow every step of character. By following every step of character, the readers will be curious to find out what will happen to the character. The indirect characterization refers to the writer's will to portray the character's personality using speech, actions and appearance.
Also, indirect characterization could help the character's behavior towards other characters and their interaction. This could help to find out the character's attributes and feelings.
The other character can perceive character more objective and notice the reason why the character does some actions or feel in some situations.
Everything the character says, does and thinks is useful to explain the character's actions or intentions. The context can help the readers to conclude and make inferences so they could better understand the character.
He is not to be trusted alone because he will fall off the wagon and do things he does not want to do.
