A student is analysing the protagonist in a novel set in rural Jamaica. The author describes the character's calloused hands, sun-weathered face, and habit of humming folk songs while working. What method of characterisation is the author using?

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A student is analysing the protagonist in a novel set in rural Jamaica. The author describes the character's calloused hands, sun-weathered face, and habit of humming folk songs while working. What method of characterisation is the author using?

Accepted Answer

Indirect characterisation through physical description and habits — Award 1 mark for recognising that physical details and habitual actions reveal character traits without explicitly stating them. A is incorrect — the narrator does not directly state the character's personality. C is incorrect — no dialogue is used. D is incorrect — other characters' views are not mentioned.

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Direct characterisation through the narrator's statements

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Direct characterisation through dialogue

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Indirect characterisation through physical description and habits

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Indirect characterisation through other characters' opinions

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