Characterization

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which an author reveals the personality 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.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization occurs when the author shows the character's traits through actions, thoughts, dialogue, and interactions with others.

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story who faces the central conflict.

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What is an antagonist?

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The antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist and creates conflict.

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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 '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 and how it reflects their personality.

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What is a flat character?

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A flat character is a simple character who does not undergo significant change or development throughout the story.