When an author reveals what a character says, that is an example of comparing characters. direct characterization. contrasting characters. indirect characterization.

The correct answer is:

Indirect characterization

Explanation:

Characterization refers to the description of the personality traits of a character.

Direct characterization as it name says, is a direct description of a character, for example:

Mary was a beautiful, lovely, quiet and shy girl.

Indirect characterization on the other hand, is the way the author reveals personality traits by showing those traits instead of describing them. Indirect characterization is showed through the actions, words, appearance and thoughts of the character. Therefor, what a character says is an example of indirect characterization.