Internal vs. External
Maya has curly brown hair and wears glasses.
Is this an INTERNAL or EXTERNAL trait?
EXTERNAL
“Marcus was extremely patient.”
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Direct
Maya asks, “Can I borrow your pencil?”
Is this SAY, THINK, or DO?
SAY
What is a character trait?
A. A word that describes what a character is like
B. A word that describes where a character lives
C. A word that describes what a character wears
A. A word that describes what a character is like
$100:
Mia notices that a new student is sitting alone. She walks over and asks if she can sit with him.
What character trait does Mia show?
A. Selfish
B. Kind
C. Impulsive
Answer: B. Kind
Jordan is nervous about speaking in front of the class.
Is this an INTERNAL or EXTERNAL trait?
INTERNAL
Jada waited quietly while her little brother finished telling his story.
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
indirect
Jordan wonders if he will make the team.
Is this SAY, THINK, or DO?
THINK
What is direct characterization?
A. The author tells the reader exactly what a character is like.
B. The reader figures out the character's traits from clues.
C. The character tells the reader where they live.
A. The author tells the reader exactly what a character is like.
Jordan studies for a test even though his friends are playing video games. He wants to be prepared.
What trait does Jordan show?
A. Responsible
B. Careless
C. Jealous
A. Responsible
Marcus stops to help a classmate carry a heavy box.
Is this an INTERNAL or EXTERNAL trait?
EXTERNAL
“The new student was shy.”
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Direct
Liam picks up the books that fell on the floor.
Is this SAY, THINK, or DO?
DO
What is indirect characterization?
A. The author states the names the character's trait.
B. The reader figures out the character's traits from what they say, think, or do.
C. The author directly describes the setting and plot of the story.
B. The reader figures out the character's traits from what they say, think, or do.
Carlos says, “I know I made a mistake, but I’m going to keep practicing until I get it right.”
Which trait is BEST shown?
A. Determined
B. Nervous
C. Dishonest
A. Determined
Ava is patient and caring toward other people.
Is this an INTERNAL or EXTERNAL trait?
INTERNAL
Tyler noticed that his friend looked worried. He asked, “Are you okay?”
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Indirect
Ava decides that she should apologize to her friend.
Is this SAY, THINK, or DO?
THINK
What is characterization?
A. The way an author shows what a character is like
B. The place, mood and time of a story
C. The problem a character faces throughout the story
A. The way an author shows what a character is like
Ava notices that her friend is upset. She thinks, I wonder what happened. Maybe I should give her some space. Ava quietly sits nearby in case her friend wants to talk.
What trait does Ava show?
A. Thoughtful
B. Bossy
C. Impulsive
A. Thoughtful
Which choice includes ONE internal trait and ONE external trait?
A. Kind + honest
B. Tall + curly-haired
C. Patient + tall
D. Nervous + generous
C. Patient + tall
Which sentence uses indirect characterization?
A. Carlos was very generous.
B. Carlos gave his last snack to a classmate who forgot lunch.
C. Carlos was a kind person.
B. Carlos gave his last snack to a classmate who forgot lunch.
Marcus whispers, “I didn't mean to hurt your feelings,” and then gives his friend a hug.
What are the two types of characterization shown?
SAY and DO
Which sentence uses dialogue to show a character's personality?
A. Marcus was very helpful.
B. Marcus thought about helping his friend.
C. Marcus said, “Don’t worry. I’ll help you finish it.”
C. Marcus said, “Don’t worry. I’ll help you finish it.”
Read the clues:
Marcus sees a student drop all of her papers in the hallway.
He stops to help pick them up.
“Here, I'll carry some of these for you,” he says.
He notices she is still upset and asks if she needs anything else.
What character trait BEST describes Marcus?
A. Helpful
B. Careless
C. Impatient
A. Helpful