Describing Characters Flashcard

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What can you use to figure out what a character's traits are?

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What the character thinks, what the character says, how the character acts, all of the above.

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The author writes 'The girl was very patient'. This is an example of ...

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The author tells you directly what the character is like.

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What are traits?

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Words that tell you what a character is like.

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True or False: Characters can only be human.

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False.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or figure that plays a role in the story.

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What does it mean to describe a character?

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To explain what the character is like, including their traits and actions.

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What is direct characterization?

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When the author tells you directly what a character is like.

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What is indirect characterization?

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When the author shows you what a character is like through their actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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Can animals be characters in a story?

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Yes, animals can be characters.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.