Characterization/STEAL

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If the author directly tells you what the character is like, that is:

Back

direct characterization

Front

If the author shows you what the character is like and you have to infer, that is

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indirect characterization

Front

What does the "S" in STEAL stand for?

Back

speech

Front

What does the "T" in STEAL stand for?

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thoughts

Front

What does the "E" in STEAL stand for?

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effect on others

Front

What does the "A" in STEAL stand for?

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actions

Front

What does the "L" in STEAL stand for?

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looks

Front

What can you learn about Sally from this quote:

"Sally ran quickly; she didn't want to miss out on band class!"

Back

Sally enjoys band class

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What can you learn about John from this quote:

"John put his hair under a baseball cap for the day. He threw on yesterday's jeans and decided that was good enough to head out."

Back

John doesn't prioritize his outfits and how he looks

Front

What can you learn about Sam from this quote:

"After Sam had called them over dramatic, Darren and Kai hadn't spoken a word to each other or Sam."

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Sam may not be the best friend