Exploring Direct and Indirect Characterization Techniques

What does characterization in film primarily involve?

• The background music used to introduce characters

• Only the physical appearance of characters

• The sum of all observable qualities of a character

• The use of special effects

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Which form of characterization involves telling the audience about a character's traits directly?

• Indirect characterization

• Symbolic characterization

• Direct characterization

• Narrative characterization

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Which movie uses a character's appearance to hint at their personality?

• Mulholland Drive

• Pirates of the Caribbean

• Casablanca

• The Irishman

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What role does setting play in direct characterization in the film 'Se7en'?

• It is irrelevant to the character's portrayal

• It shows the character's wealth

• It reveals the character's professional background

• It highlights the character's obsessive nature

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How is indirect characterization shown in 'Captain America'?

• Through Steve's dialogue

• Through Steve's physical strength

• Through the setting of the film

• Through Steve's actions proving his courage

Which character's actions contradict their setting in 'Pirates of the Caribbean'?

• Will Turner

• Elizabeth Swann

• Jack Sparrow

• Captain Barbossa

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What does Gollum's dialogue in 'Lord of the Rings' reveal?

• His peaceful nature

• His internal conflict

• His dislike for adventures

• His relationship with other characters

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How is Mark characterized in 'The Social Network'?

• As an introverted programmer

• As a team player

• As a social climber

• As a supportive friend

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In 'Casablanca', what does Rick's action at the airport signify?

• His selfishness

• His dislike for travel

• His ultimate selfless act

• His indifference to the situation

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What does Rick's decision at the end of 'Casablanca' reveal about his character?

• His growth and selflessness

• His strategic thinking

• His romantic nature

• His past as a freedom fighter

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