Characterization

Characterization

Assessment

Flashcard

English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RL.7.3, RL.8.3, RL.9-10.3

+4

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is characterization?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is direct characterization?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is indirect characterization?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are character traits?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of direct characterization.

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of indirect characterization.

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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