Direct and Indirect Characterization

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What is Direct Characterization?

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Direct Characterization is when the author explicitly tells the reader about a character's personality traits.

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What is Indirect Characterization?

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Indirect Characterization is when the author shows the reader a character's personality through actions, speech, thoughts, and interactions with others.

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What does the 'S' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'S' in STEAL stands for Speech, which refers to what a character says and how they say it.

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What does the 'T' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'T' in STEAL stands for Thoughts, which refers to what a character thinks and feels.

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What does the 'E' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'E' in STEAL stands for Effects on others, which refers to how a character affects other characters.

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What does the 'A' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'A' in STEAL stands for Actions, which refers to what a character does.

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What does the 'L' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'L' in STEAL stands for Looks, which refers to a character's appearance and how it reflects their personality.

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Give an example of Direct Characterization.

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An example of Direct Characterization is: 'She was a kind and generous person who always helped others.'

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Give an example of Indirect Characterization.

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An example of Indirect Characterization is: 'He clenched his fists and glared at the ground, refusing to speak.'

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How can a character's speech indicate their personality?

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A character's speech can indicate their personality through their choice of words, tone, and manner of speaking.