Characterization

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Characterization

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The process in which the author tells the personality of a character.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What character trait is revealed in this passage?
Jonathan looked at the homeless dog walking down the street of his neighborhood.  He approached the dog, slowly cautiously, with his hands stretched outward.  After gaining his trust, Jonathan took the dog home, gave him a warm bath, and big bowl of food.

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compassionate

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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Tom is described as being very fit, healthy, tall, and strong. Based on this description, we can infer that Tom ___________________.

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possibly plays a sport -- maybe basketball -- to stay healthy.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

“Andy is such a jerk,” his sister sighed.

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Andy was rude and usually didn’t think of other people’s feelings.

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Andy knew he got to the line late but decided to skip ahead anyways.

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“I got here first!” Andy growled at the small child waiting in front of him.

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Andy was rude and usually didn’t think of other people’s feelings.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the author using to show Nicki’s trait of being friendly?

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Nicki’s actions

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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Based on the evidence, one trait that describes Flora is ________.

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cowardly

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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Based on the evidence, one trait that describes Vishal is ________.

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ambitious

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Character trait that best describes Grandpa based on the story: Grandpa was 85 years old and had gone through many experiences in his life. Everyone in Grandpa’s building went to him for advice. He always had the right answers. He helped people with their problems and gave them great recipes to try. “I’ve never met someone who knows as much as you do, Gramps!” exclaimed Simon.

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wise

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What evidence supports that Carson is 'respectful'?

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Carson followed his sister’s rules and didn't go in her room.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What character trait describes Kevin? (Kevin found a wallet with an old lady's ID. He took the money out and threw away the wallet.) Options: poor, dishonest, mean, sneaky

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dishonest

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3