How does Josh Billings writing style differ from Mark Twain's style? A. Billings uses a style that is more modern.
B. Billings uses a more formal, eloquent style.
C. Billings uses a much less formal style.
D. Billings uses a style that is more poetic.

C. Billings uses a much less formal style. would be the best answer

Explanation:

He was a late bloomer who tried his hand at a number of professions before hitting on the comic formula that made him famous. He used the slang of the day and delivered short, punchy aphorisms.  “Brevity iz power,” was one of them.  “The way tew Fame is like klimbing a greast pole; thare aint but phew kan do it, and even then it don’t pay,” was another.

What other characters say about each other.

Statements by a character about what they hate

Statement by a character about what kind of clothes they like.

Explanation:

The author employs the technique of indirect characterization to reflect a character's true personality(indirect characterization) and thoughts through actions, speeches, appearance, etc. to the audience contrary to the direct characterization. The above statements would assist the readers to peep into the character's true personality and insight into their psyche(likes, dislikes, hates, loves, etc.). This aids the readers to form an opinion or perception about these characters and consequently, determines the meaning and the author's message more effectively.