Read the excerpt from “Raymond's Run.” But now, if anybody has anything to say to Raymond, anything to say about his big head, they have to come by me. And I don’t play the dozens or believe in standing around with somebody in my face doing a lot of talking. I much rather just knock you down and take my chances even if I am a little girl with skinny arms and a squeaky voice... This excerpt uses
Answer
A
direct characterization to describe what Raymond is like.
B
direct characterization to describe what Squeaky is like.
C
indirect characterization to show what Raymond is like.
D
indirect characterization to show what Squeaky is like.
Explanation
The passage shows Squeaky protecting Raymond and describing how she would respond to anyone who insults him. Her actions and words let readers infer that she is protective and tough, rather than stating those traits directly. That makes this indirect characterization of Squeaky.
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