Characterization STEAL Review

Front

What does the 'S' in STEAL stand for?

Back

Speech

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the 'T' in STEAL stand for?

Back

Thoughts

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the 'E' in STEAL stand for?

Back

Emotions

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the 'A' in STEAL stand for?

Back

Actions

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the 'L' in STEAL stand for?

Back

Looks

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Define direct characterization.

Back

Direct characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Define indirect characterization.

Back

Indirect characterization is when the author shows a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, speech, and interactions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What can you infer about a character who is described as 'always helping others'?

Back

The character is likely compassionate and caring.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What can you learn about a character from their actions?

Back

You can infer their personality traits and motivations.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How can a character's speech reveal their personality?

Back

The way a character speaks can show their education level, emotions, and social status.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3