Question #N1229
Although the novel’s plot is complex and ambitious, the novel’s greatest strength is the author’s ability to create richly imagined, unforgettable characters. For example, the central character, a young woman named Mina, is given a vivid and compelling portrait, filled with contradictions and nuances. The author’s use of dialogue adds a depth of characterization, revealing their inner lives and motivations.
Which choice best explains the overall effect of the author's focus on characterization in this passage?
A. The author emphasizes the complexity of the novel's plot.
B. The author explores the importance of dialogue in fiction.
C. The author shows how the novel's setting influences its characters.
D. The author suggests that the novel's most important feature is the creation of its characters.
Correct Answer is: D
The passage is focused on the author’s ability to create memorable characters. This is the main idea and the most important feature of the passage. The other choices may be true of the passage, but they are not the most important feature of the passage.