Direct and Indirect Characterization

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What is Direct Characterization?

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Direct Characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, qualities, or personality directly to the reader.

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What is Indirect Characterization?

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Indirect Characterization is when the author reveals a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, or how other characters respond to them.

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What does the 'S' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'S' in STEAL stands for 'Speech', which refers to what a character says and how they say it.

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What does the 'T' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'T' in STEAL stands for 'Thoughts', which refers to what a character thinks and feels.

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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', which refers to how a character affects other characters in the story.

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What does the 'A' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'A' in STEAL stands for 'Actions', which refers to what a character does.

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What does the 'L' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'L' in STEAL stands for 'Looks', which refers to a character's appearance and how it reflects their personality.

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Give an example of Direct Characterization.

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An example of Direct Characterization is: 'Sarah is a kind and generous person who always helps others in need.'

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Give an example of Indirect Characterization.

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An example of Indirect Characterization is: 'Tom clenched his fists and glared at the ground, refusing to speak.' This shows Tom's anger without stating it directly.

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How can a character's speech reveal their personality?

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A character's speech can reveal their personality through their choice of words, tone, and manner of speaking, indicating traits like confidence, shyness, or intelligence.