ACTIVITY NO 3
Distinguishing Direct and Indirect Characterization
Directions: Read the sentences below. Write whether it is Direct or Indirect
Characterization. Write your answer on the blank before the number.
1. Joe walked up to the new boy in the class and said, “Welcome; I hope you like it
here.
2. Kind and friendly Joe was determined to welcome
the new boy in the class.
3. Sonya's shyness often prevented her from going to parties
4. Sonya stood at the front door a long time, gathering the courage to join the party.
5. David was always polite to his friends parents
6. "Thank you for the ride, Mrs. Garcia, said David.
7. Although it was fate, Molly knew that if she continued working a little longer her
project would be perfect.
8. Molly's good grades were a result of dedication to hard work.
9. Jim was an honest, truthful man He never cheated anybody in his entire life.
10. Jim was very unlike any other businessman. He made sure that all his clients
got what they had paid for.
Answers & Comments
Answer:
DIRECT
DIRECT
DIRECT
CHARACTERIZATION
DIRECT
CHARACTERIZATION
DIRECT
Characterization
Direct
Direct