Characterization practice

Which type of characterization involves the narrator explicitly describing a character's traits?

• Indirect Characterization

• Direct Characterization

• Implicit Characterization

• Subtle Characterization

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• "Tom was very diligent in his studies."

• "Tom spent every night studying until he fell asleep at his desk."

• "Tom is a hardworking student."

• "Tom always gets good grades."

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What term is used to describe a character who undergoes significant internal change during the story?

• Static Character

• Dynamic Character

• Flat Character

• Round Character

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

A character who does not change throughout the story is known as a _________.

• Dynamic Character

• Protagonist

• Flat Character

• Static Character

• Round Character

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is a "round character"?

• A character with little to no background information

• A well-developed character with detailed background information

• A character who serves as a contrast to another character

• A character who does not change throughout the story

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

A character who serves as a contrast to another character, highlighting their traits, is called a _________.

• Antagonist

• Confidant

• Foil

• Sidekick

• Protagonist

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which character type is often one-dimensional and lacks detailed development?

• Flat Character

• Round Character

• Dynamic Character

• Static Character

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which character type is usually a background character and often follows stereotypes, like the 'absent-minded professor'?

• Stock Character

• Foil Character

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

When an author shows a character’s personality through their actions, thoughts, and interactions, this is an example of _________.

• Direct Characterization

• Indirect Characterization

• Static Characterization

• Dynamic Characterization

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the purpose of a confidant character in a story?

• To challenge the protagonist

• To reveal the main character's inner thoughts and feelings

• To create conflict

• To provide comic relief

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3