Characterization Review Flashcard

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Direct characterization is...

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the author telling you a character's traits

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What does STEAL stand for when thinking about characterization?

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Speech, Thoughts, Effect on Others, Actions, Looks

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Which of the following is an example of direct characterization? He tapped his foot anxiously., "I wouldn't trust that man," said Maggie., Frank was a shy, quiet person., Every time he earned a high grade, he would hang the test on his wall.

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Frank was a shy, quiet person.

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Indirect characterization is...

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the author showing you a character's traits

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What type of characterization is shown: Billy looked like a rock star. He was really tall with perfect blonde hair, ice blue eyes, and this sullen look that drove the girls crazy.

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Direct Characterization

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What type of characterization is shown: "Arthur doesn't do his homework," Nathaniel told her. "He doesn't practice. He'll fail."

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Indirect Characterization

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The girl skipped all the way home while humming her favorite song.

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Indirect Characterization

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The words fell out of his mouth so fast, he tripped over each one. "I can't do it! This project is so hard!"

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Indirect Characterization

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Mary looked away and shifted her feet when her father asked where the money went.

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Indirect Characterization

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Uncle Jon smells bad and wears old clothes.

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Direct Characterization