Decide whether each quotation is an example of direct or indirect characterization.

Question

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“How horrible it would be . . . if she were condemned to be the plain, shy Millicent of a few years back.”:

direct

“Betsy Johnson, the vivacious blonde secretary of the sorority”:

direct

“Walking beside Louise on the way to the drugstore, Millicent felt a surge of pride.”:

indirect

“Bev was suddenly there in the doorway. ‘Wipe that smile off your face,’ she commanded.”:

indirect

Introduction to Individuality and Conformity: "Initiation"