This question is missing the answer choices. I was able to find the complete question online. It is as follows:
Read this sentence:
Twisting her braid between her fingers, Marcy jumped whenever anyone entered the room.
What method of characterization does the sentence use to describe the character?
A. thoughts
B. dialogue
C. action
D. appearance
Answer:
The method of characterization used in the sentence is:
C. action.
Step-by-step explanation:
There are several ways an author can choose to show us something about a character's feelings, state of mind, or qualities. Those ways are called methods of characterization.
In the sentence we are analyzing here, the author uses action to show that Marcy is scared of nervous about something. The fact that she is twisting her braid and jumping so easily whenever anyone comes in is a typical sign of nervousness. Notice that we do not know what Marcy is thinking about. She is not talking to anyone, so there is no dialogue. And, we not know what she looks like at this moment - if she looks pale, or tired, for example. The only possible answer is, indeed, letter C. action.