Character Trait Review

The character, thing, or event which is opposing the main character is...

• protagonist
• antagonist
• plankton
• villian

The main character in a story is the...

• Protagonist
• Antagonist
• Your favorite character
• Most hated character

Characterization is the process of revealing character traits. 

• True
• False

A character that has many different sides, and is fully developed is...

• the antagonist
• the protagonist
• round
• flat

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

• He tapped his foot anxiously.
• "I wouldn't  trust that man," said Ma.
• Frank was a shy, quiet person.
• Every time he earned a high grade, he would hang the test on his wall.

What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

• Indirect characterization shows the characters' actions to reveal traits.
• Direct characterization reveals character traits through thoughts only
• Indirect characterization relies on the reader's ability to determine the setting and plot
• Indirect characterization is seldom used in creative writing. 

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

• Jeff was compassionate when it came to taking care of his nephews.
• Jeff spoke gently to his nephews and catered to their needs.
• Jeff gave his nephews a big hug when he saw them.
• Jeff always asked about how his nephews were doing.

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• Marcia was a good listener and wonderful friend.
• Marcia felt the knot in her stomach grow when she saw the number of questions on the test and she tugged her hair anxiously. 
• Marcia was a nervous person.
• Marcia was an optimist who always believed the best about people.

A character that, has few traits and is easily described is...

• the antagonist
• the protagonist
• round
• flat

"Arthur doesn't do his homework," Nathaniel told her.  "He doesn't practice.  He'll fail." is an example of...

• Direct Characterization
• Indirect Characterization
• Both