Characterization/STEAL

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which an author reveals the personality and traits of a character in a story.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization tells the audience exactly what a character is like, while indirect characterization shows the character's traits through their actions, thoughts, speech, and appearance.

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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 'E' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'E' in STEAL stands for Effects, which refers to how other characters react to or are affected by the character.

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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 '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 the physical appearance of a character.

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How can you identify indirect characterization in a text?

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You can identify indirect characterization by looking for clues about a character's personality through their actions, thoughts, speech, and how other characters respond to them.

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Give an example of direct characterization.

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An example of direct characterization is: 'She was a kind and generous person who always helped others in need.'

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Give an example of indirect characterization.

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An example of indirect characterization is: 'He clenched his fists and glared at the ground, refusing to meet anyone's eyes.' This shows he is angry or upset.