Characterization

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Characterization reveals a character's traits and changes in a story.

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true

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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Example of indirect characterization:

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Mrs. Loveday leaped up and shrieked with joy when Kentucky won the football game.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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Character trait options: sunny, windy, clever, clear.

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clever

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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Daniel helps others, volunteers at a shelter, and gives extra lunches. He prefers giving presents. Character trait:

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Generous

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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The king glared at the scroungy boy, exclaiming, "How dare you steal from the king's court!" He ordered, "Send him to the dungeons!"

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cruel

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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Analyzing a character can involve:

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STEAL + P

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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Soldier in dress blues, shining shoes, and pressed uniform; tall stature. What type of evidence does this provide in analysis?

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Looks

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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Nate, Ellie's older brother, offers his jacket to keep her warm in the cold. What traits does he show?

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kind, considerate, loving

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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Nate offers his jacket to Ellie while walking home in the cold. How did Ellie feel?

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grateful

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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Quinn got a job walking dogs during winter break and decided to keep it when school started, despite the challenges of waking up early and balancing school activities. He aims to save for summer camp.

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responsible and determined

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3