Which comment is about the diction of a story?

AWhen the author provides little exposition and conflict at the beginning of a story, the reader can easily get bored.

BThe author's building of characters through action allows the reader to guess at their personalities.

CThe author's use of kennings allows her to maintain the rhythm of each line of poetry.

DWhen the author develops a character through only direct characterization, the reader will lose the thrill of discovery.