Characterization Quiz

What is direct characterization?

• Describing a character through foreshadowing.

• Describing a character directly through explicit statements.

Which is an example of direct characterization?

• The author describes a character as cowardly

• The author describes a character as brave

How is indirect characterization demonstrated?

• Through a character's physical traits only

• Through a character's actions, thoughts, dialogue, appearance, or other characters' perceptions

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates indirect characterization?

Scarlett and Ethan are in a drama class together. Grace is their teacher.

• Grace describes Scarlett's actions during a play to reveal her personality

• Ethan talks about Scarlett to Grace, revealing Scarlett's personality

What does direct characterization help the reader understand?

• The traits and motivations of a character.

• The theme and message of the story.

What does indirect characterization help the reader understand?

• The personality, traits, and motivations of a character

• The physical appearance of a character

Which is an example of indirect characterization?

• A character is shown to be kind by helping others without expecting anything in return.

• A character's thoughts and feelings are stated by the narrator.

When Noah reads a novel and learns about a character's traits through their actions and dialogue rather than direct statements, what is he experiencing?

• The reader can infer the traits, motivations, and personality of a character.

• The reader can infer the setting of the story.

When reading a novel, Grace notes that she has to pay attention to the actions and words of the character Emma to understand her personality. Which type of characterization is this an example of?

• Objective characterization

• Indirect characterization

Why is characterization important in a story?

• To make the story longer

• To help readers understand the motivations, actions, and personalities of the characters.