Understanding Character Traits in Literature

This video tutorial introduces the concept of character traits, explaining how they are the attitudes and behaviors that form a person's personality. It provides methods to identify character traits in literature, using examples and a case study of a character named Jenna. The tutorial also includes a review section with multiple-choice questions to reinforce learning.

What is the primary focus of character traits?

• A person's way of speaking

• A person's physical appearance

• A person's attitude or behavior

• A person's age

Which of the following is NOT a character trait?

• Patient

• Student

• Sincere

• Determined

What must be considered to determine a character trait?

• The character's age

• The character's clothing

• The character's behavior and attitude

• The character's physical appearance

Which of the following is a character trait?

• Young

• Blue-eyed

• Happy

• Tall

What is a key component of character traits?

• They are verbs

• They are adverbs

• They are nouns

• They are descriptive words or adjectives

How can you determine if a character is playful?

• By their constant fun and laughter

• By their height

• By their age

• By their clothing

What is an example of a negative character trait?

• Generous

• Angry

• Playful

• Zany

What does Jenna always say to people she meets?

• Nice to meet you

• Good day friend

• How are you?

• Hello there!

What does Jenna do for her neighbors?

• Washes their cars

• Cleans their windows

• Mows their lawn

• Moves their garbage to the curb

What is one of Jenna's character traits?

• Selfish

• Helpful

• Lazy

• Rude