How does w. w. jacobs reveal character in the monkey paw

What is the relationship between paragraph 2 paragraph 3 through 29?

Which of the following is best written: 1. my favorite day of the year is july 24 my birthday 2. my favorite day, of the year, is july 24 my birthday 3. my favorite day of the year is july 24-my birthday 4. my favorite day of the year is (july 24) my birthday

One way to show a character is a) to use dialogue b) use dynamic sentences c) interview friends d) share details