Here's why:
* Indirect Characterization: The writer reveals a character's personality and motives through their actions, words, thoughts, and interactions with others. The reader must put these clues together to understand the character's motivations.
* Example: A character who constantly avoids eye contact and speaks in hushed tones might be inferred to be shy or secretive.
* Direct Characterization: The writer explicitly states the character's traits and motivations. There's little room for inference.
* Example: "The detective was known for his sharp wit and unwavering determination."
In short, indirect characterization encourages the reader to actively participate in understanding the story by drawing conclusions based on the presented evidence.