Characterization

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which an author reveals the personality of a character in a story.

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, such as saying 'Frank was a shy, quiet person.'

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when the author shows a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, or dialogue, rather than stating them directly.

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What is a character trait?

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A character trait is an adjective that describes a character's personality.

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Give an example of a character trait.

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Examples of character traits include 'kind', 'brave', 'honest', and 'optimistic'.

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Which of the following is NOT a character trait: bossy, scared, responsible, shy?

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Scared is NOT a character trait; it describes an emotion.

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What does it mean if a character is described as 'compassionate'?

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If a character is described as 'compassionate', it means they care about others and show kindness.

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How can a character's actions reveal their personality?

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A character's actions can reveal their personality by showing how they respond to situations, such as helping others or being selfish.

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What is the difference between a character's personality and their appearance?

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A character's personality refers to their traits and behavior, while their appearance refers to how they look.

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What is an example of indirect characterization?

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An example of indirect characterization is when a character feels nervous and tugs their hair, showing they are anxious.