What is characterization?

Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the emotions of a character.

Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the setting of a story.

Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the conflict of a story.

A character trait is an adjective that describes _________________.

an emotion at a specific point in time

How is the character's traits revealed? Marcy sat in class, drumming her fingers on her desk. Thinking back to that morning, she felt remorse over the way she had talked to her mom.

interactions with other characters

How is the character's traits revealed? Mr. Timpelton walked through the airport in his crisp army uniform and duffel bag. After being deployed for a year in Iraq, he was anxious to see is family. He wiped his hands nervously on his pants, breathed a deep sigh, and begin to head to the airport welcoming area.

interactions with other characters

What would be appropriate text evidence to support this indirect trait? frustrated

"She slammed her books on the table after getting her third tardy'

"She laughed at the teacher's corny joke"

"She went to untwist the peanut butter jar, and the lid came off with ease"

What would be appropriate text evidence to support this indirect trait? joyous

"He pumped his fist in the air after making the basket"

"He glared at his phone as he realized he only had 1% battery left"

"He skipped into the kitchen only to realize the pan of brownies was already gone"

What would be appropriate text evidence to support this indirect trait? frustrated

"She slammed her books on the table after getting her third tardy'

"She laughed at the teacher's corny joke"

"She went to untwist the peanut butter jar, and the lid came off with ease"

What would be appropriate text evidence to support this indirect trait? joyous

"He pumped his fist in the air after making the basket"

"He glared at his phone as he realized he only had 1% battery left"

"He skipped into the kitchen only to realize the pan of brownies was already gone"

What would be appropriate text evidence to support this indirect trait? scared

"They shrieked after Mrs. Fisher jumped out from behind the lockers"

"They laughed at the cheap graphics in the horror movie"

"Their hands touched and it felt like love"

Direct characterization is when the author tells us directly what the characters are like. The author may state the character’s traits: “Kareem was a polite, patient boy who always listened to his parents.” Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

Andy was rude and usually didn’t think of other people’s feelings.

“Andy is such a jerk,” his sister sighed.

Andy knew he got to the line late but decided to skip ahead anyways.

“I got here first!” Andy growled at the small child waiting in front of him.

An author writes, “The girl was very patient.” This is an example of ________.

the author telling you directly what a character is like

the author showing you indirectly what a character is like

An author reveals that a character is courageous through the character’s words, actions and thoughts. This is an example of ________.

the author showing you indirectly what a character is like

the author telling you directly what a character is like

A character, Nicki, is friendly . The author shows this by having Nicki sit down at a lunch table with a group of kids she doesn’t know and introduce herself. What is the author using to show Nicki’s trait?

other characters’ reactions to Nicki

Direct vs Indirect Characterization

Authored by Margaret Anderson

English

9th - 12th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Chris is the smartest student in the 9th grade. This is an example of ___________________________.

Direct Characterization

Indirect Characterization

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Sam's forehead was drenched in sweat. He took a deep breath as the teacher told the students to clear their desks. This is an example of _________________________________.

Direct Characterization

Indirect Characterization

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Kim is the fastest and most talented player on the soccer team. This is an example of ____________________________.

Direct Characterization

Indirect Characterization

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

____________ characterization SHOWS things that reveal the personality or trait of a character through speech, thoughts, effect on others, actions, and looks.

Direct

Indirect

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

___________ characterization TELLS the audience what the personality or trait of the character is.

Direct

Indirect

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

John took off his jacket and put it around his little sister because she was cold. This is an example of _____________________.

Direct Characterization

Indirect Characterization

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Amy is extremely cheap when we go out to dinner together. This is an example of __________________________.

Direct Characterization

Indirect Characterization

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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Direct vs Indirect Characterization

Chris is the smartest student in the 9th grade. This is an example of ___________________________.

Sam's forehead was drenched in sweat. He took a deep breath as the teacher told the students to clear their desks. This is an example of _________________________________.

Kim is the fastest and most talented player on the soccer team. This is an example of ____________________________.

____________ characterization SHOWS things that reveal the personality or trait of a character through speech, thoughts, effect on others, actions, and looks.

___________ characterization TELLS the audience what the personality or trait of the character is.

John took off his jacket and put it around his little sister because she was cold. This is an example of _____________________.

Amy is extremely cheap when we go out to dinner together. This is an example of __________________________.

Eric showed the new student how to log in to the computers and where to print documents. This is an example of _____________________.

David is lazy. He does not clean up his room, make his bed, or put away his clothes. This is an example of ____________________.

Kevin found a wallet in the cafeteria. He opened the wallet and saw an ID card as well as $20. He returned the wallet to the owner and left the $20 in the wallet. Kevin is ______________.

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