Flashcard: Characterization, Traits, & Development

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which an author reveals the personality of a character through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, and interactions with others.

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What are character traits?

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Character traits are the qualities or characteristics that define a person's behavior, personality, and values.

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What does it mean to be helpful?

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Being helpful means offering assistance or support to others, often without expecting anything in return.

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What does it mean to be courteous?

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Being courteous means showing politeness and consideration for others in one's actions and words.

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What is a careless action?

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A careless action is one that shows a lack of attention or concern for safety or consequences.

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What does it mean to be encouraging?

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Being encouraging means providing support, confidence, or hope to someone, often to motivate them to achieve something.

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What is independence in behavior?

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Independence in behavior refers to the ability to do things on one's own without relying on others for help.

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What is the significance of dialogue in characterization?

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Dialogue is significant in characterization as it reveals a character's thoughts, feelings, and personality through their speech and interactions.

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How can actions reveal character traits?

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Actions can reveal character traits by demonstrating how a character responds to situations, challenges, and other characters.

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What is the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist?

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A protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing challenges, while an antagonist opposes the protagonist, creating conflict.