Which sentence is an example of indirect characterization?

Indirect characterization reveals what a person is like through their actions, words, or choices rather than stating a trait directly. In choice D, the speaker says they thank people and return favors, which lets readers infer that the speaker is grateful and considerate. The other sentences directly name emotions or traits, such as “frightened,” “childish,” and “surprised and overjoyed.”

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