Character Analysis Techniques

What will you be able to do by the end of the video?

• Draw a character sketch

• Create a movie script

• Analyze how an author develops a character

• Write a novel

What is a common activity where we analyze characters?

• Cooking

• Reading

• Exercising

• Sleeping

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What did John's reaction indicate when he was introduced?

• He was indifferent

• He was excited

• He was embarrassed

• He was angry

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What information helps in forming an analysis of a character?

• What the character says and does

• The character's age

• The character's favorite color

• The character's hobbies

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What was Dolores's reaction when she noticed her pencil was missing?

• She asked politely

• She laughed

• She cried and screamed

• She ignored it

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How did Beth react to Dolores's accusation?

• She ignored her

• She laughed

• She stared back confused

• She apologized

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What did the teacher say about Dolores's behavior?

• Dolores is having a bad day

• Dolores is very mature

• Dolores is very happy

• Dolores is always like this

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What can we infer about Dolores's usual behavior?

• She is always crying

• She is usually calm

• She is always angry

• She is always confused

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What does the teacher's comment suggest about Dolores's outburst?

• It is expected

• It is a common occurrence

• It is ignored

• It is unusual for her

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What is the purpose of analyzing characters in literature?

• To memorize the text

• To write a summary

• To understand the plot

• To understand the characters better

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