Exploring Character Development in RL.3

The video tutorial by Miss H focuses on characterization and development in writing. It covers the types of characters, such as static, dynamic, flat, and round, and explains the differences between direct and indirect characterization. The STEAL method is introduced as a tool for indirect characterization, emphasizing speech, thoughts, effects, actions, and looks. Examples are provided to illustrate these concepts, and students are encouraged to apply these techniques in their writing. The tutorial concludes with an analysis of video clips to identify characterization methods.

What type of character is Lord Farquaad from Shrek?

• Flat

• Static

• Round

• Dynamic

Which character from Finding Nemo is considered a flat character?

• Nemo

• Marlin

• Bruce

• Dory

What is the main difference between direct and indirect characterization?

• Direct characterization tells traits, indirect shows actions.

• Direct characterization shows actions, indirect tells traits.

• Direct characterization uses speech, indirect uses thoughts.

• Direct characterization is used for main characters, indirect for side characters.

In the example, 'The patient boy and quiet girl were both well-mannered,' what type of characterization is used?

• Dynamic

• Indirect

• STEAL

• Direct

What does the 'S' in the STEAL method stand for?

• Setting

• Speech

• Style

• Situation

Which of the following is NOT a component of the STEAL method?

• Emotions

• Thoughts

• Speech

• Actions

Why is it important to use the STEAL method in writing?

• To limit the development of characters.

• To avoid using direct characterization.

• To ensure characters remain static.

• To make characters more dynamic.

What should writers focus on to develop their characters effectively?

• Using only direct characterization

• Making characters static

• Using the STEAL method and showing more than telling

• Avoiding the use of indirect characterization

In the Mean Girls video clip, how is Karen's character described?

• Directly by another character

• Indirectly by her speech

• Through her thoughts

• Through her actions

In the Harry Potter video clip, how is Hermione's character shown?

• Through her thoughts

• Directly by another character

• Through her actions and speech

• Through her looks