Character Analysis Using the STEEL Method

The video tutorial introduces the STEEL chart, a method for analyzing characters in literature. It breaks down the acronym STEEL into five components: Speech, Thoughts, Effects on others, Actions, and Looks. Each component is explored in detail, providing questions and considerations for analyzing characters based on these aspects. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding characters for both literary analysis and personal narrative writing.

What is the primary purpose of the STEEL chart?

• To analyze the plot of a story

• To evaluate the setting of a novel

• To analyze characters in literature

• To critique the author's writing style

When analyzing what a character says, which of the following is NOT considered?

• The character's catchphrases

• The formality of the character's speech

• The character's physical appearance

• The character's tone of voice

Which aspect of a character is examined under the 'T' in STEEL?

• Their physical appearance

• Their dialogue

• Their thoughts and beliefs

• Their actions

What does the 'E' in STEEL focus on?

• The character's education

• The effects the character has on others

• The character's emotions

• The character's environment

How do the actions of a character influence the story according to the STEEL method?

• They impact other characters

• They reveal the author's intent

• They change the genre

• They determine the setting

What is a key question to ask when analyzing a character's actions?

• Where do they live?

• What is their occupation?

• What is their favorite color?

• Do their actions match their thoughts?

What does the 'L' in STEEL stand for?

• Looks

• Language

• Legacy

• Logic

Which of the following is NOT a consideration when analyzing a character's looks?

• Their thoughts

• Their height

• Their attractiveness

• Their scars

How might a character's physical appearance affect other characters in the story?

• It can alter the setting

• It can affect how others perceive them

• It can change the plot

• It can influence their actions

In the STEEL method, how is a character's change over time assessed?

• By analyzing their thoughts

• By looking at their physical transformation

• By examining their dialogue

• By observing their actions and effects