Characterization

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the way an author describes a character to help the reader understand what the character is like.

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when a narrator or author gives explicit information about a character, such as describing their traits or behaviors.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when the audience learns about a character through the elements of STEAL (Speech, Thoughts, Effects on others, Actions, Looks).

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What does the 'S' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'S' in STEAL stands for Speech.

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What does the 'T' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'T' in STEAL stands for Thoughts.

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What does the 'E' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'E' in STEAL stands for Effects on others.

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What does the 'A' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'A' in STEAL stands for Actions.

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What does the 'L' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'L' in STEAL stands for Looks.

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What is a dynamic character?

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A dynamic character is one who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.

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What is a static character?

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A static character is one who does not undergo significant change throughout the story.