STEAL Characterization Flashcard REVIEW

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What is Direct Characterization?

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Direct Characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's traits, qualities, or feelings.

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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, speech, thoughts, and how other characters react to them.

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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 a character says and how they say it.

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What does the 'T' in STEAL represent?

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The 'T' in STEAL represents Thoughts, which are the character's inner thoughts and feelings.

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What does the 'E' in STEAL signify?

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The 'E' in STEAL signifies Effect, which refers to how other characters react to or are affected by the character.

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What does the 'A' in STEAL stand for?

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The 'A' in STEAL stands for Actions, which are the behaviors and actions of the character.

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What does the 'L' in STEAL represent?

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The 'L' in STEAL represents Looks, which includes the character's appearance, clothing, and physical traits.

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How can a character's speech help in understanding their education level?

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A character's speech can reveal their vocabulary, knowledge, and communication style, which can indicate their education level.

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What are some ways to determine a character's traits?

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You can determine a character's traits by analyzing what they say, what they think, how they act, and how other characters respond to them.

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When analyzing a character's looks, what should be considered?

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Consider their clothing, posture, expressions, and distinguishing features, not just their facial features.