Character traits
What is a character trait?
A quality or personality that describes a character.
The author says,"Mia was very kind." Is this direct or indirect characterization ?
Direct
Who is the main character in a story?
Protagonist
Emma returned a lost wallet with all the money inside.
Honest
Is "Brave" a character trait?
Which of these is a character trait?
Tall
Honest
Backpack
Classroom
Tyler helped an elderly woman carry her groceries. Is this direct or indirect characterization ?
Indirect
What is the name of the character who creates problems for the main character?
Antagonist
Noah stood up to a bully even though he was scared.
Brave
A character lies to stay out of trouble.What trait does this show?
Dishonest
Name three positive character traits.
Honest
Kind
Brave
Respectful
Responsible
Loyal
Helpful
Patient
Determined
Generous
Which type of characterization tells the reader exactly what the character is like?
Direct Characterization
What type of character changes during the story?
Dynamic Character
Ava stayed after school to improve her grades.
Determined
A character is nervous but still gives a speech.What trait is this?
Brave
Which character trait describes someone who keeps trying when something is difficult?
Determined
Which type of characterization tells the reader exactly what the character is like ?
Direct characterization
What type of character stays the same throughout the story?
Static Character
Liam shared his lunch with a student who forgot theirs.
Generous (or kind)
Carlos smiled and congratulated the winner even though he lost.What trait does Carlos show?
Good sportsmanship
Read the clue:
"Marcus admitted that he accidentally broke the classroom pencil sharpener,even though he knew he might be in trouble."
What character trait does Marcus show? Explain why.
Honest,because he told the truth even though he knew he could get in trouble.
Name two ways a author can show indirect characterization.
Actions,dialogue,thoughts,feelings,appearance,or how others react.
Which character is fully developed with many personality traits?
Round character
Maya practiced piano every day for 6 months until she mastered a difficult song.
Persistent (or determined)
Read the passage
"Even though Jasmine had already finished her own project,she stayed after school to help three classmates complete theirs. She never asked for anything in return."
What character trait does Jasmine show? Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Answer:Helpful,Kind,or Generous
Characterization:Indirect,because the author shows the trait through Jasmine's actions.