Exploring Characterization Techniques in Literature

What is direct characterization?

• When the narrator or characters directly tell the audience the traits.

• When the reader has to infer traits from the text.

• When the character's traits are revealed through dialogue.

• When the author shows traits through actions.

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

• John was an avid reader and enjoyed fantasy novels.

• Chris never told his friends about his hobby.

• Mel walked to school every day and basked in the sun.

• John read a fantasy novel every day.

Why might an author use direct characterization?

• To show complex growth and development.

• To make the reader infer traits.

• Because concise broad details are easier to remember.

• To reveal traits through dialogue.

Which of the following is a reason for using direct characterization?

• To reveal traits through dialogue.

• To provide concise broad details.

• To make the reader infer traits.

• To show complex growth and development.

What is indirect characterization?

• When the character's traits are revealed through dialogue.

• When the author shows traits through actions, thoughts, and effects on others.

• When the narrator directly tells the audience the traits.

• When the reader is given a summary of the character's traits.

Which of the following is NOT a method of indirect characterization?

• Directly stating the character's traits.

• What the character says.

• What the character thinks.

• The character's actions.

What does the 'S' in 'STALE' stand for?

• Saying

• Says

• Speech

• Speaking

Which example shows indirect characterization?

• John was an avid reader and enjoyed fantasy novels.

• Mel walked to school every day because she enjoyed her time by herself.

• Chris never told his friends when he was doing his hobby.

• Rachel loved eating grapes that she froze first.

What does the 'E' in 'STALE' stand for?

• Effect on other characters

• Emotions

• Expressions

• Experiences

Why might an author use indirect characterization?

• To make the reader infer traits.

• To show complex growth and character development.

• To directly tell the audience the traits.

• To provide concise broad details.