So when the prompt asks for 3 examples of powerful language, it's asking for something that makes an impact. It's powerful, and it make you think. Kind of like figurative language or metaphors. That's just what I think though...
Answer:
I think the answer is c but don't take my word ;-;
An example of direct characterization is A) Now, Fatima was trudging toward the yearbook room, her head lowered and shaggy bangs falling across her dark brown eyes.
This is the only sentence where she is directly described.
The answer is C. Marian retrieves her apple from under the bush.