
Exploring Direct and Indirect Characterization

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English
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6th - 10th Grade
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Sophia Harris
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main goal of a protagonist in a story?
To create obstacles for the antagonist
To remain static throughout the story
To support the antagonist
To achieve a specific goal and undergo change
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes an antagonist?
A character who helps the protagonist
A character who remains neutral
A character who is always evil
A character or force that opposes the protagonist
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
In direct characterization, how does the writer reveal a character's personality?
Through the character's actions
By showing the character's thoughts
By explicitly telling the audience
Through other characters' reactions
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?
Joe's actions showed he was honest.
Joe's thoughts revealed his honesty.
People trusted Joe because of his honesty.
Joe was one of the most honest people you've ever met.
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
What is the main difference between direct and indirect characterization?
Direct characterization is more subtle
Direct characterization shows, indirect characterization tells
Direct characterization tells, indirect characterization shows
Both use the same methods
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
Which of the following is NOT a method of indirect characterization?
Speech
Thoughts
Effects on others
Direct description
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can a character's speech reveal about them?
Their thoughts
Their actions
Their background and interests
Their physical appearance
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
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