Direct and Indirect Characterization Practice

In direct characterization, the author...

• tells about character using STEAL.

• directly tells the reader about a character.

• doesn't tell the reader about the character at all.

• tells everything about a character.

In indirect characterization, the author...

• reveals about a character using STEAL.

• tells the reader about a character.

• doesn't tell the reader about a character.

• makes up characters.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A

What does STEAL stand for? Check all that apply.

• Thoughts

• Speech

• Effects on others

• Looks

• Actions

What type of characterization is used in the following: "I can't stand cleaning my room! It isn't even that messy," yelled Allie to her mom.

• direct

• indirect

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.3B

What part of STEAL was used to tell the reader about Allie?

• Speech

• Thoughts

• Actions

• Effects on others

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.3B

CCSS.W.6.9A

What adjective would you use to describe Allie

• Happy

• Sad

• Angry

• Hardworking

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RL.6.4

What type of characterization is the following:

Taylor was always friendly to everyone he met. He would wave and stop to talk to anyone he passed.

• direct

• indirect

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.3B

How would you describe Taylor's personality?

• Angry

• Friendly

• Annoyed

• Wild

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

What type of characterization is the following?

Emma spent her weekends at the local animal shelter. She helped the workers walk and play with the animals. All of the dogs and cats got excited when they saw Emma. The workers were grateful for the extra help.

• direct

• indirect

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

What type of indirect characterization was used to describe Emma?

• Speech

• Thoughts

• Looks

• Actions

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A