Characterization

How can we learn about characters? (Choose all that apply)

• The character's actions

• Thoughts and speech of the characters

• By watching movies

• Only by the character's words

• By what the author tells us

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Choose all of the examples of Direct Characterization below

• Mike was extremely wealthy.

• Is anyone even listening to me? she wondered.

• The grumpy girl doesnt like her calm mom.

• Her smile would light up the room.

• She was a cheery, always upbeat person.

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Choose all of the examples of Indirect Characterization below

• Wealth never knocked on Mike's door.

• Raheem is always distracted, but one thing he always pays attention to is PIZZA.

• Mike was extremely wealthy.

• She had anger issues.

• "Are you feeling ok?" Jessica looked at her friend with concern in her eyes.

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What does the "S" in STEAL stand for?

• sight

• sound

• speech

• search

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What does the "T" in STEAL stand for?

• thoughts

• touch

• tone

• time

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What does the "E" in STEAL stand for?

• emotions of others

• effect on others

• emotions of character

• energy of others

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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What does the "A" in STEAL stand for?

• attitude

• area

• answers

• actions

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What does the "L" in STEAL stand for?

• likes

• looks

• learns

• listens

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Jonathan invited a bunch of friends over to his house. He then talked to them for hours about all the trophies that he had won, his rare comic book collection, and how much money his dad makes. His friends did not enjoy their time at Jonathan's.

What character trait does Jonathan demonstrate?

• selfish

• brave

• kind

• thoughtful

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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Mr. Timpelton walked through the airport in his crisp army uniform and duffel bag. After being deployed for a year in Iraq, he was anxious to see is family. He wiped his hands nervously on his pants, breathed a deep sigh, and begin to head to the airport welcoming area.

How is the character's traits revealed?

• actions

• thoughts

• speech

• interactions with other characters

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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