Character Development

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What is Character Development?

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Character Development is the process of creating a believable character in a story, including their personality, motivations, and growth throughout the narrative.

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What is Direct Characterization?

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Direct Characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, such as saying 'Frank was a shy, quiet person.'

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What is Indirect Characterization?

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Indirect Characterization is when the author reveals a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, and interactions with others.

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Give an example of Direct Characterization.

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An example of Direct Characterization is: 'Frank was a shy, quiet person.'

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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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How can a character's thoughts reveal their traits?

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A character's thoughts can reveal their traits by showing their feelings, regrets, or motivations, such as Marcy feeling remorse over her actions.

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What is the difference between Direct and Indirect Characterization?

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Direct Characterization tells the reader about the character directly, while Indirect Characterization shows the character's traits through their behavior and thoughts.

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What does it mean to learn about a character through their actions?

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Learning about a character through their actions means observing how they behave in different situations, which can reveal their personality and traits.

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What is an example of a character's action revealing their personality?

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An example is when a character helps others, showing they are kind and caring.

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What role do interactions with other characters play in Character Development?

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Interactions with other characters can reveal a character's traits, relationships, and growth through dialogue and conflict.