Crafting Realistic Characters Through Show Don't Tell

What is the main idea behind the concept of 'show, don't tell'?

• To use more adverbs in writing.

• To focus on dialogue over narration.

• To make the audience visualize the story rather than just read about it.

• To provide detailed descriptions of characters.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

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Why is it important to describe the physical elements of your world in narration?

• To avoid using dialogue.

• To confuse the reader with too many details.

• To create a vivid 'theater of the mind' for the reader.

• To fill up the word count.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What can be inferred about Shelby from the description of her racing suit?

• She has a brand new racing suit.

• She is likely not very successful and races in minor leagues.

• She races in international competitions.

• She is a professional racecar driver.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

How can the use of strong verbs improve the clarity of an action scene?

• By making the scene longer.

• By making the scene more confusing.

• By providing a more precise and vivid image.

• By adding more adverbs.

What is the effect of using the verb 'flung' instead of 'threw'?

• It makes the action seem less intense.

• It adds a sense of aggression and energy to the action.

• It makes the action unclear.

• It reduces the emotional impact of the action.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Why should characters' emotions be shown through their actions rather than told directly?

• To avoid using dialogue.

• To engage the reader by allowing them to infer emotions.

• To confuse the reader.

• To make the story shorter.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does a character's voice in dialogue reveal about them?

• Their physical appearance.

• The setting of the story.

• The plot of the story.

• Their background and personality.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

How should characters express their feelings in dialogue?

• By stating their emotions directly.

• By using subtext and indirect expressions.

• By avoiding dialogue altogether.

• By using complex words.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the risk of overusing dialect in dialogue?

• It can clarify the setting.

• It can make the dialogue more engaging.

• It can turn characters into caricatures.

• It can make characters more relatable.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the benefit of mixing descriptions, actions, and dialogue in writing?

• To make the story longer.

• To create a more immersive and engaging world.

• To confuse the reader.

• To avoid using narration.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9