Characterization CFA

What are the tools that authors use to create their writing called?

• character traits

• direct characterization

• indirect characterization

• literary devices

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

What is it called when the author tells the reader the traits of a character's personality?

• direct characterization

• indirect characterization

• static character

• dynamic character

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Is the following example direct or indirect characterization?

"Ivan is an incredibly strong fellow," remarked the general, "but he has the misfortune to be deaf and dumb. A simple fellow, but, I'm afraid, like all his race, a bit savage."

• direct

• indirect

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Is the following example direct or indirect characterization?

Phoebe was a quiet girl who stayed mostly by herself. She had a pleasant round face and huge, enormous sky-blue eyes.  Around this face, her hair—as yellow as a crow’s foot—curled in short ringlets.

• direct

• indirect

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Is the following example direct or indirect characterization?

"School gives me such a headache," remarked Tommy. "I try really hard, but it's like my teachers are speaking a different language."

• direct

• indirect

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Is the following example direct or indirect characterization?

Bill sighed as he looked at the offer of a gym membership. He really should join. But just thinking about it made beads of sweat collect at the top of his bald spot.

• direct

• indirect

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

• The cat jumped on his lap as soon as he sat down and purred contentedly.

• Our dog Phido hides when he sees a cat and avoids other dogs.

• That dog is cruel and quick to bite if you get too close.

• "Did you see that dog pick up the kitten and cuddle with it," asked Jane.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• Tom Brady is too old and slow now to keep up with younger players.

• Russell Wilson easily avoids defenders and then throws perfect passes downfield.

• Jimmy Garropolo is inconsistent and nervous in the pocket.

• As a young, athletic quarterback, Taysom Hill is very versatile.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What method of characterization (STEAL) does the author use in the following example?

Bill sighed as he looked at the offer of a gym membership. He really should join. But just thinking about it made beads of sweat collect at the top of his bald spot.

• speech

• thoughts

• effect on others

• actions

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What method of characterization (STEAL) does the author use in the following example?

“Exactly," Phoebe said.  "Would you want a nurse whose name meant dead body?  And that hair—don’t you think all that sticking-out red hair is spooky?  And that voice—it reminds me of dead leaves all blowing around on the ground.”

• speech

• thoughts

• effect on others

• actions

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3