Indirect and Direct Characterization

When an author describes a character's appearance, personality, etc., straight out in the text

• Indirect Characterization

• Direct Characterization

• Specific Characterization

• Context Characterization

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A

When an author shows a character's personality through their actions and diction

• Indirect Characterization

• Direct Characterization

• Straightforward Characterization

• Adjectives

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

"He had a bad attitude, especially in school" is an example of:

• Direct Characterization

• Indirect Characterization

"The old lady knitted sweaters and rarely went outside." shows her personality using:

• Direct Characterization

• Indirect Characterization

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A

"This is going to be the best day of my life," thought Jason, as he walked to the stage.

is an example of:

• Direct Characterization

• Indirect Characterization

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

What is the STEAL method used for (by authors)

• Direct Characterization

• Indirect Characterization

What does STEAL in the STEAL method stand for??

• Speech, Talk, Effect, Actions, Looks

• Speech, Thoughts, Effect, Actions, Looks

• Speech, Talk, Energy, Actions, Looks

• Speech, Talk, Emotions, Actions, Looks