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Question 10 • English Language Arts 12

Characterization is the way an author

Answer
A
illustrates the time period in which a tale takes place.
B
develops personalities through thoughts, words, and actions.
C
unfolds a sequence of events within a story.
D
describes the features of a physical environment.

Explanation

Characterization is how an author creates and develops characters. Authors reveal a character’s personality through details such as thoughts, words, and actions, so the correct choice is “develops personalities through thoughts, words, and actions.” The other choices describe plot, setting, or historical context.

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