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 late, 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.​