Exploring Characterization Techniques in Storytelling

Exploring Characterization Techniques in Storytelling

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RL.7.3, RI.6.1, RL.8.3

+8

Standards-aligned

Created by

Amelia Wright

FREE Resource

Standards-aligned

CCSS.RL.7.3
,
CCSS.RI.6.1
,
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
,
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
,
CCSS.RL.5.3
,
CCSS.RL.6.3
,
CCSS.RI.7.1
,
CCSS.RI.8.1
,
CCSS.RL.7.1
,
CCSS.RL.8.1
,
The video tutorial explains the importance of characterization in storytelling, focusing on two main types: direct and indirect characterization. Direct characterization involves the author explicitly describing a character's traits, while indirect characterization reveals traits through actions, thoughts, and interactions. Examples are provided for both types to illustrate how they contribute to character development and story depth.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of characterization in a story?

To outline the plot

To develop characters

To describe settings

To increase tension

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does direct characterization involve?

Using symbolic elements to describe characters

Characters revealing traits through dialogue

The author explicitly describing character traits

Describing characters through their actions

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which example shows direct characterization?

Mark's face turning red during an argument

Jane helping an elderly woman

Mary being described as adventurous

Sam fidgeting with his pen

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the author explicitly provide in direct characterization?

Symbolic meanings

Character's traits and appearance

Plot twists and turns

Character's background stories

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does indirect characterization allow the reader to do?

Focus on the narrative structure

Infer traits from character behavior

Learn the historical context of the story

Understand the author's personal views

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which action depicts Jane's compassionate nature?

Avoiding eye contact

Helping with heavy bags

Having a mischievous grin

Speaking in a loud voice

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can be inferred about Sam's confidence?

He enjoys public speaking

He is indifferent about public speaking

He lacks confidence in public speaking

He is confident in public speaking

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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