How can you infer a character’s motivation? Select three options. A. By identifying a specific thought, feeling, or action.
B. By analyzing an author’s choices for text structure.
C. By describing the problem that is central to the play and its resolution.
D. By looking at what the author or others say about the character.
E. By looking for and citing evidence in the text as to why the character might think, feel, or act that way.
The correct options to infer a character’s motivation are:
A. By identifying a specific thought, feeling, or action.
D. By looking at what the author or others say about the character.
E. By looking for and citing evidence in the text as to why the character might think, feel, or act that way.
Explanation:
– Option A helps you understand motivations by examining the character’s internal state.
– Option D focuses on how the author portrays the character or how other characters perceive them, which can reveal motivations.
– Option E requires looking for textual evidence that supports your understanding of the character’s thoughts and actions, helping to clarify their motivations.
These options collectively allow for a well-rounded analysis of the character’s motivations through both direct and indirect textual clues.