Question

Which excerpt uses indirect characterization to describe Emma? One day, Emma noticed an elderly woman struggling to carry groceries. Emma rushed over to the woman and offered to help. Emma's heart was as big as her smile. Everyone could see that she wanted to make a difference in her world. Emma was a kind and selfless person. Her brown curls bounced as she walked, and she always had a kind smile on her face. Emma wasn't the type of person who sought recognition or praise for her actions. She was selfless.

Answer 1

The excerpt that uses indirect characterization to describe Emma is:

"Emma rushed over to the woman and offered to help. Emma's heart was as big as her smile. Everyone could see that she wanted to make a difference in her world. Emma wasn't the type of person who sought recognition or praise for her actions. She was selfless."

This passage indirectly characterizes Emma as someone with a big heart, a desire to make a difference, and a selfless nature. It doesn't explicitly state these characteristics but shows them through her actions and behavior.