Direct and Indirect Characterization

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What is Direct Characterization?

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Direct Characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, qualities, or personality directly to the reader.

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What is Indirect Characterization?

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Indirect Characterization is when the author reveals a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, or how other characters perceive them.

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Give an example of Direct Characterization.

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An example of Direct Characterization is: 'Maria is very intelligent and hardworking.'

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Give an example of Indirect Characterization.

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An example of Indirect Characterization is: 'Tom always helps his friends with their homework, showing he is kind and supportive.'

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What does the 'S' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'S' in STEAL stands for Speech, which refers to what the character says and how they say it.

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What does the 'T' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'T' in STEAL stands for Thoughts, which refers to what the character thinks and feels.

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What does the 'E' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'E' in STEAL stands for Effects on others, which refers to how the character affects other characters.

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What does the 'A' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'A' in STEAL stands for Actions, which refers to what the character does.

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What does the 'L' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'L' in STEAL stands for Looks, which refers to the character's appearance.

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How can you identify Direct Characterization in a text?

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You can identify Direct Characterization when the author directly states a character's traits or qualities.