Characterization

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What is direct characterization?

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The process by which the narrator tells the audience what the personality of the character is.

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What is indirect characterization?

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The process by which the personality of a fictitious character is revealed through the character's speech, actions, appearance, etc.

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What can be inferred about Dee based on her description?

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Dee found many ways to show her mother and sister that she was smarter than they were.

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What can be inferred about Maggie from her description?

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Being unsure of herself, Maggie needed her mother to tell her she looked nice.

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What is characterization?

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The method used by writers to develop characters in a story.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization explicitly describes a character's traits, while indirect characterization reveals traits through actions, dialogue, and interactions.

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Give an example of direct characterization.

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The author describes a character as 'kind-hearted and generous'.

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Give an example of indirect characterization.

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A character helps an elderly neighbor with groceries, showing their kindness.

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What role does dialogue play in characterization?

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Dialogue can reveal a character's personality, background, and relationships with others.

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How can a character's actions contribute to characterization?

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A character's actions can demonstrate their values, motivations, and emotional state.