Loser by Aimee Bender

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the way a writer creates and develops characters’ personalities.

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How does the society discover the young man’s talent?

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The society finds out about the young man’s talent when he finds a hairbrush.

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Describe the kidnapped boy in 'Loser'.

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The kidnapped boy is described as an eight-year-old with brown hair and a blue shirt.

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What are the two ways people reacted to the young man’s skills?

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People reacted to the young man’s skills in two ways: they were appreciative and skeptical.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things.

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Provide an example of personification from 'Loser'.

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'...blue shirt shrieking at him and he walked right into the backyard..' is an example of personification.

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What is the significance of finding a hairbrush in the story?

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Finding a hairbrush signifies the young man's unique talent and how it is recognized by society.

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What does it mean to be skeptical?

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To be skeptical means to have doubts or reservations about something.

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What role does the setting play in 'Loser'?

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The setting in 'Loser' helps to establish the mood and influences the characters' actions and experiences.

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How can a character's background influence their actions?

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A character's background can shape their motivations, decisions, and how they interact with others.