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Question 8 • Basic English II S2

Which sentence from "Tough Break" best reveals Fabio's feelings through indirect characterization?

Answer

"You have a broken leg," the doctor said, looking at the boy who was known for fast dives on his trampoline.

So, Fabio sat alone in the band room and wailed out the Rocket’s fight song in a minor key on his lonely saxophone.

Over the next three weeks, Fabio noticed the other band members getting a little giddy; they seemed so jazzed for the parade.

Everyone cheered and applauded as Fabio climbed aboard and laid his instrument on his left shoulder.

Explanation

Indirect characterization reveals a character’s feelings through actions and details rather than stating them directly. Fabio sits alone and plays the fight song in a minor key on his “lonely saxophone,” which suggests he feels sad or isolated. The other choices mainly describe events or other people’s reactions without revealing Fabio’s feelings as clearly.

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