Characterization Review

The character, thing, or event which is OPPOSING the main character is...

• protagonist

• antagonist

• static character

• villian

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CCSS.RL.6.3

The main character in a story is the...

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

• Only character

• Most hated character

Characterization is the process of revealing character traits, in order to enhance a story's flow and ability to captivate an audience.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RL.6.3

A character that has many different sides, and is fully developed is...

• the antagonist

• the protagonist

• dynamic

• static

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CCSS.RL.6.3

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

• She wrapped her jacket tighter around her, despite the high temperature outside.

• "I wouldn't trust her." Jackie warned.

• Lilly was a quiet, shy girl, but could be stubborn at times.

• Everything she drew he kept. Even the pieces she crumbled into a ball.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

• Indirect characterization shows the characters' actions to reveal traits.
• Direct characterization reveals character traits through thoughts only
• Indirect characterization relies on the reader's ability to determine the setting and plot
• Indirect characterization is seldom used in creative writing. 

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

• Jane was always rude when Greg wanted more dessert.

• Jane gave Greg a look when he went to take more dessert.

• Greg's wife huffed loudly as he took another piece.

• Greg knew to never take a second helping of dessert around Jane.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• Marcia was a good listener and wonderful friend.
• Marcia felt the knot in her stomach grow when she saw the number of questions on the test and she tugged her hair anxiously. 
• Marcia was a nervous person.
• Marcia was an optimist who always believed the best about people.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

A character that, has few traits and is easily described is...

• the antagonist

• the protagonist

• dynamic

• static

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

"Arthur doesn't do his homework," Nathaniel told her.  "He doesn't practice.  He'll fail." is an example of...

• Direct Characterization
• Indirect Characterization
• Both

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3