Characterization

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What is characterization?

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

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when the author explicitly tells the reader what a character is like, often through descriptive statements.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when the author shows the character's traits through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, and interactions with others.

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Give an example of direct characterization.

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An example of direct characterization is: 'Kareem was a polite, patient boy who always listened to his parents.'

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Give an example of indirect characterization.

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An example of indirect characterization is: 'Marcy sat in class, drumming her fingers on her desk, feeling remorse over the way she had talked to her mom.'

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What are character traits?

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Character traits are the qualities or characteristics that define a character's personality, such as kindness, bravery, or rudeness.

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Can characters be non-human?

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False. Characters can be animals, objects, or even abstract concepts, not just humans.

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What is the purpose of characterization in a story?

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The purpose of characterization is to create believable characters that readers can connect with and understand.

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How can an author reveal a character's thoughts?

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An author can reveal a character's thoughts through internal dialogue or narration that expresses what the character is thinking.

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What role do actions play in characterization?

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Actions reveal a character's traits by showing how they respond to situations, which helps readers infer their personality.