Exploring Characterization Techniques

Exploring Characterization Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RL.7.3, RL.8.3, RL.9-10.3

+5

Standards-aligned

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

Standards-aligned

CCSS.RL.7.3
,
CCSS.RL.8.3
,
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
,
CCSS.RL.5.3
,
CCSS.RL.6.3
,
CCSS.RL.5.5
,
CCSS.RL.4.3
,
This video tutorial introduces the concept of characterization in stories, focusing on the difference between direct and indirect characterization. It explains the importance of characters in driving the plot and introduces the terms protagonist and antagonist. The video also details the STEAL method, which helps analyze indirect characterization by examining a character's speech, thoughts, effects on others, actions, and looks.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the unit on characterization?

To understand the plot of stories

To critique the author's writing style

To explore the characters and their development

To analyze the setting of stories

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

Which term describes the main character in a story, typically the one the audience roots for?

Antagonist

Supporting character

Protagonist

Narrator

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does an antagonist typically do in a story?

Helps the protagonist

Provides comic relief

Obstructs the protagonist's goals

Describes the setting

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is direct characterization?

The character describes themselves directly

The reader infers the traits from the story

The writer explicitly states a character's traits

The writer hints at a character's traits

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

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

He was known for his honesty.

She was a brilliant scientist.

John was a kind and generous person.

Susan disliked wearing frilly dresses.

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

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

Symbolism

Speech

Style

Setting

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which component of the STEEL method involves understanding a character's thoughts?

Effect on others

Speech

Looks

Thoughts

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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