Indirect Characterization

In indirect characterization....

• the writer describes the character

• the character's personality is directly described by the author

• the writer reveals the character through STEAL

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Read the following, then decide if it is direct characterization or indirect characterization: "Mark stomped to his room and slammed the door. Everything seemed so unfair.

• 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

Character traits are adjectives that describe the qualities of a character. 
Read the following passage from a story: 
Mercy snorted. She should have known better than to challenge Victoria. Of all Mercy's friends, Victoria talked loudest, ran fastest, and took the most risks. She bragged about the time she convinced her older brothers to spend a weekend building her a fort. Mercy liked to call Victoria "Buster". "Because you are always busting things up," she laughed. Victoria wore the nickname with pride. 
Based on the passage, which of the following is one of Victoria's traits?

• forgetful

• confused

• bold

• shy

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What character trait is revealed in this passage?
Jonathan looked at the homeless dog walking down the street of his neighborhood.  He approached the dog, slowly cautiously, with his hands stretched outward.  After gaining his trust, Jonathan took the dog home, gave him a warm bath, and big bowl of food.

• impulsive

• obsessed

• humble

• compassionate

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• Marcia was a good listener and wonderful friend.

• Marcia felt the knot in her stomach grow when she saw the number of questions on the test and she tugged her hair anxiously. 

• Marcia was a nervous person.

• Marcia was an optimist who always believed the best about people.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

His lip snarled, and his eyes twitched malevolently. Dark energy leaked from his skin. Kailee knew this stranger was pure evil — and she was suddenly terrified.  This description is an example of (a)   .

• indirect characterization

• round characterization

• static characterization

• flat characterization

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

The process by which the writer shows the character's personality through speech and actions.

• 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

Which sentence is an example of indirect characterization?

• Mrs. Loveday was happy Kentucky won the football game.

• Mrs. Loveday leaped up and shrieked with joy when Kentucky won the football game.

• Mrs. Loveday watched the football game.

• Mrs. Loveday ate nachos while watching the football game.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

In the book Shannon imagines Jen as a queen. What does this indirect characterization show the reader? This shows the reader that Jen is___________ because she ___________.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Ron finds cash and turns it in

• 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