Characterization Practice

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process of revealing the personality and traits of a character.

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What are the two main types of characterization?

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Direct characterization and indirect characterization.

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How is direct characterization defined?

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Direct characterization tells the audience what the character's personality is.

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How is indirect characterization defined?

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Indirect characterization shows things that reveal the personality of the character.

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What is an example of direct characterization?

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"Marcia was a good listener and wonderful friend."

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What is an example of indirect characterization?

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"Marcia felt the knot in her stomach grow when she saw the number of questions on the test and she tugged her hair anxiously."

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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What is an antagonist?

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The antagonist is the character, thing, or event which is opposing or causing conflict for the main character.

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What does it mean to reveal a character's traits through actions?

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It means showing the character's personality through what they do.

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What does it mean to reveal a character's traits through thoughts?

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It means showing the character's personality through their internal thoughts and feelings.