Characterization - Direct & Indirect (STEAL)

How is the mysterious figure outside being characterized?

• Directly

• Indirectly

Isaac                  while the teacher handed him the test.

(Which shows that Isaac is nervous?)

• Smiled and waved

• Bit his pencil and shook

• Fell asleep

• Rolled his eyes

"Mom,                  tonight?" Karen asked.

(Which shows that Karen is helpful at home?)

• Can you leave me alone

• Can you help me on my homework

• Do you need me to water the plants

• Can I go to my friend's house

Which method do we use to analyze indirect characterization?

• The BEANS method

• The SNOKE method

• The STEAL method

• The SWIPE method

The STEAL method is used to help remember the five types of...

• direct characterization

• indirect characterization

Direct characterization ____ us what a character is like.

• tells

• shows

Indirect characterization _____ us what a character is like.

• tells

• shows