Characterization

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when the author directly tells the reader what a character is like.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when the author shows the character's traits through their actions, thoughts, and feelings rather than telling directly.

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Give an example of direct characterization.

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An example of direct characterization is: 'Jeff was compassionate when it came to taking care of his nephews.'

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Give an example of indirect characterization.

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An example of indirect characterization is: 'Marcia felt the knot in her stomach grow when she saw the number of questions on the test, and she tugged her hair anxiously.'

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What is a character trait?

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A character trait is a quality or characteristic that describes a person's nature, such as 'adventurous' or 'kind.'

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Which of the following is NOT a character trait: bossy, scared, responsible, shy?

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Scared is NOT a character trait.

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What does it mean if a character is described as 'adventurous'?

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If a character is described as 'adventurous', it means they are willing to take risks and try new things.

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What is the difference between character traits and physical traits?

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Character traits describe a person's personality, while physical traits describe their appearance.

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How can an author show a character's personality without telling?

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An author can show a character's personality through their actions, dialogue, and reactions to situations.

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What is an example of a positive character trait?

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An example of a positive character trait is 'kindness'.