Characterization

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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 direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, such as saying 'She was kind and generous.'

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when the author shows a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, or how other characters react to them.

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What are character traits?

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Character traits are descriptive adjectives that tell you what a character is like, such as brave, timid, or clever.

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Give an example of direct characterization.

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An example of direct characterization is: 'Tom was a cheerful boy who loved to help others.'

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Give an example of indirect characterization.

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An example of indirect characterization is: 'As she trembled and bit her nails, it was clear she was nervous about the test.'

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What does it mean if a character is described as 'ambitious'?

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If a character is described as 'ambitious', it means they have a strong desire to achieve success or power.

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What does it mean if a character is described as 'cowardly'?

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If a character is described as 'cowardly', it means they are easily frightened and lack courage.

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How can an author show a character's feelings without telling?

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An author can show a character's feelings through their actions, body language, dialogue, and reactions of other characters.

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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.