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 traits or personality.

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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, dialogue, or how other characters perceive them.

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Give an example of Direct Characterization.

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An example of Direct Characterization is: 'Sarah is a kind and generous person.'

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Give an example of Indirect Characterization.

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An example of Indirect Characterization is: 'Tom always helps his classmates with their homework, showing he cares about their success.'

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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 and how it reflects their personality.

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How can dialogue be used for Indirect Characterization?

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Dialogue can reveal a character's personality, emotions, and relationships through what they say and how they say it.