Characterization

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which an author reveals the personality, traits, and qualities of a character in a story.

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization occurs when the author explicitly describes a character's traits or qualities.

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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, and interactions with other characters.

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Define a flat character.

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A flat character is a character who is not fully developed and has only a few traits.

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Define a round character.

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A round character is a well-developed character with complex traits and a range of emotions.

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What is a dynamic character?

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A dynamic character is one who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.

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What is a static character?

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A static character is one who does not undergo significant change or growth throughout the story.

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What is the role of an antagonist?

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An antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the story.

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How can an author use dialogue for characterization?

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An author can use dialogue to reveal a character's personality, background, and relationships with others.

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What does it mean to show rather than tell in characterization?

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To show rather than tell means to reveal character traits through actions and experiences rather than through direct statements.