Understanding Characterization Basics

Which of the following is a character trait?

• Running

• Kindness

• Jumping

• Swimming

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What is direct characterization?

• When the author shows the character's personality through actions

• When the author tells the audience what the character is like

• When the character's personality is revealed through dialogue

• When the character's personality is revealed through thoughts

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Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

• "She was as brave as a lion."

• "He walked with a limp."

• "John was a very generous person."

• "The room was dark and gloomy."

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Identify the character trait in the following sentence: "Maria is always willing to help others."

• Selfishness

• Generosity

• Laziness

• Anger

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Which sentence is an example of direct characterization?

• "The sun set behind the mountains."

• "He was a tall man with a stern face."

• "The cat purred softly."

• "The wind howled through the trees."

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What character trait is being described in the sentence: "Despite the challenges, she remained optimistic"?

• Pessimism

• Optimism

• Fearfulness

• Indifference

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Which of the following best describes direct characterization?

• The character's actions reveal their personality

• The author explicitly describes the character's traits

• The character's thoughts reveal their personality

• The character's dialogue reveals their personality

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Identify the character trait: "Tom is known for his honesty."

• Dishonesty

• Honesty

• Deceitfulness

• Cunning

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Which of the following is NOT an example of direct characterization?

• "She was a kind-hearted woman."

• "He laughed heartily at the joke."

• "The boy was intelligent and curious."

• "The teacher was strict and demanding."

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What is the character trait in the sentence: "He never gives up, no matter how tough things get"?

• Perseverance

• Cowardice

• Impatience

• Laziness

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