Which term refers to how the author reveals a character through description, actions, dialogue, and thoughts?

• A. Plot
• B. Central Idea
• C. Tone
• D. Characterization

Answer: (D)

Characterization is the term that describes how an author reveals a character through description, actions, dialogue, and thoughts. Description gives direct details about what the character is like; actions show what they do and what those choices say about them; dialogue lets you hear the character’s voice and priorities; thoughts provide insight into motives and inner conflicts. Together, these elements create a fuller picture of who the character is beyond just a name or role. The other terms refer to different things: Plot is the sequence of events, Central Idea is the main message, and Tone is the narrator’s or author’s attitude toward the subject. So the described process points to characterization as the best fit.