Which of the following is an example of direct characterization? Group of answer choices

Jeff is compassionate when it comes to taking care of his nephews.

Jeff gave his nephews a big hug when he saw them.

Jeff spoke gently to his nephews and catered to their needs.

Jeff always asked about how his nephews were doing.

In me thou see'st the glowing of such fire that on the ashes of his youth doth lie, as the deathbed whereon it must expire consumed with that which it was nourished by. which theme do these lines best support? a. all people grow old and die. b. in old age, people grow like a fire. c. flames turn everything to ash d. fire glows and burns