Characterization

Characterization

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English

9th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a round character?

Back

A round character is a fully developed character who exhibits a range of traits and characteristics, making them complex and realistic.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a flat character?

Back

A flat character is a simple, one-dimensional character who lacks depth and complexity, often defined by a single trait.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is direct characterization?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is indirect characterization?

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of direct characterization: 'Chase couldn't tell what it was, but it frightened him so badly that he nearly sucked in a lungful of water.' What type of characterization is this?

Back

Direct characterization.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of indirect characterization: 'Mark mumbled something under his breath, stomped out of the room and slammed the door, thinking to himself, this is so unfair!' What type of characterization is this?

Back

Indirect characterization.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of indirect characterization: 'His wife walked briskly in front of him in a faded sundress that hadn't fit her correctly since the birth of their second son.' What type of characterization is this?

Back

Indirect characterization.

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