STEAL Characterization

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What does the 'S' in STEAL stand for?

Back

Speech

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What does the 'T' in STEAL stand for?

Back

Thoughts

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What does the 'E' in STEAL stand for?

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Effect on others

Front

What does the 'A' in STEAL stand for?

Back

Actions

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What does the 'L' in STEAL stand for?

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Looks

Front

Define direct characterization.

Back

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

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Define indirect characterization.

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Indirect characterization is when the author shows the character's traits through actions, thoughts, speech, and effects on others.

Front

Give an example of direct characterization.

Back

The author states, 'She was a kind and generous person.'

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Give an example of indirect characterization through thoughts.

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A character thinks, 'I can't believe he forgot my birthday again!' showing frustration.

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What is the effect of a character's actions in indirect characterization?

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Actions can reveal a character's personality, such as bravery or cowardice.