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 about a character's personality through actions, thoughts, dialogue, and interactions with other characters.

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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 the 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 the 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 the 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 the 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 the character's appearance.

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Give an example of Direct Characterization.

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An example of Direct Characterization is: 'John was a brave and kind-hearted boy who always helped others.'

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Give an example of Indirect Characterization.

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An example of Indirect Characterization is: 'Samantha clenched her fists and glared at the ground, refusing to speak.' This shows her anger without directly stating it.

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How can a character's actions reveal their personality?

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A character's actions can reveal their personality by showing how they respond to situations, which reflects their values and traits.