1. Direct or indirect characterization? "Nina was so annoyed at her little brother for bothering her." Direct Indirect 2. Direct or indirect characterization? "Tim's room was a mountain of dirty clothes and used dishes that had been piled up for weeks." Direct Indirect 3. An author can show indirect characterization through a character's thoughts, feelings, actions, and the setting of the story. their effect on others. the rising action. Do all 3