Direct vs Indirect Characterization

Direct vs Indirect Characterization

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English

8th Grade

Hard

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

+8

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is direct characterization?

Back

Direct characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, qualities, or motivations.

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 indirect characterization?

Back

Indirect characterization is when the author reveals a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, or interactions with other characters.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of direct characterization: 'She is a kind person.'

Back

This statement directly tells us about the character's trait.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of indirect characterization: 'He clenched his fists and glared at the ground.'

Back

This shows the character's anger without stating it directly.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean when a character's dialogue reveals their personality?

Back

It means that the way a character speaks can give insights into their traits, emotions, and motivations.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can a character's actions indicate their personality?

Back

A character's actions can show their values, beliefs, and emotional state without explicitly stating them.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a character being described as brave?

Back

A character who jumps into a river to save someone is demonstrating bravery.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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