Characterization

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What is characterization?

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

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization occurs when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, such as saying 'He was a kind man.'

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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 respond to them.

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What is tone in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is mood in literature?

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Mood is the emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing, influencing how the reader feels.

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What is a character trait?

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A character trait is a quality or characteristic that defines a character's personality, such as being brave, lazy, or honest.

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What is the difference between mood and tone?

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Tone is the author's attitude, while mood is the emotional response of the reader.

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What does it mean to analyze a character?

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To analyze a character means to examine their traits, motivations, and development throughout the story.

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What is an example of a character being lazy?

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A character who leaves their room messy and plays video games all night without cleaning up demonstrates laziness.

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How can setting influence mood?

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Setting can create a specific mood by using descriptive language to evoke feelings, such as a dark forest creating an ominous mood.