STEAL Characterization

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What does STEAL stand for in characterization?

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STEAL is an acronym that stands for Speech, Thoughts, Effect on others, Actions, and Looks, which are the methods used to reveal a character's personality.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when a character's personality is revealed through their actions, thoughts, speech, and how others react to them, rather than through direct statements.

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What is direct characterization?

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

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What type of indirect characterization is shown when a character's thoughts are revealed?

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Thoughts.

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What type of indirect characterization is shown when a character's speech is revealed?

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Speech.

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What type of indirect characterization is shown when a character's actions are revealed?

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Actions.

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What type of indirect characterization is shown when a character's effect on others is revealed?

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Effect on others.

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What type of indirect characterization is shown when a character's appearance is revealed?

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Looks.

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How can you identify direct characterization in a text?

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Direct characterization can be identified when the author directly states a character's traits, such as 'She was kind and generous.'

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Give an example of indirect characterization from a story.

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An example of indirect characterization is when a character is seen helping an elderly person cross the street, showing they are caring.