Definitions
Which type of character is also known as the main character? The person you follow throughout the story?
Protagonist
Strong readers do this when they are drawing inferences about a text.
Make Inferences
What part of the STEAL method analyzes a character's physical appearance?
L-Looks
In The Sorcerer's Stone, during the Quidditch match, Snape stands in the stands fiercely muttering a counter-curse under his breath to save Harry from Quirrell’s jinxed broomstick, despite Harry believing Snape is the one trying to kill him. This shows that he is protective of Harry. Which part of the STEAL method is being used?
Actions
Christy is the new student who carefully observes the outfits the popular girls are wearing. She goes to the mall every weekend to buy clothes like the ones they wear. What is her motivation?
To be friends with the popular girls
Which type of character goes against the main character's goals within a story?
Antagonist
What do we look at when we try to figure out WHY a character does something?
Character Motivation
What part of the STEAL method analyzes the character's relationships with different characters?
E- Effect on Others
In The Deathly Hallows, we see Snape's memories and internal world. When Dumbledore asks if Snape has grown to care for Harry, Snape casts his Patronus—a silver doe (the same as Lily Potter's)
What it shows: Deep down, beneath his cruel exterior, Snape is motivated entirely by intense, enduring love, grief, and a sense of duty to Lily.
Which part of the STEAL method is being used?
Thoughts
Harry ran out of the classroom and hid behind the bushes. He felt his heart beating faster, but he had to be super quiet so they wouldn’t hear him. He watched the two boys run past where he was hiding. Phew. They’ve gone! Harry thought. Why did the character act that way?
Fear
Which type of character adds to the plot in some way and helps push the plot forward?
What is the first sentence of a literary analysis paragraph, where you make a claim or provide an opinion, called?
What part of the STEAL method analyzes the character's dialogue?
S- Speech
This is an example of which part of the STEAL method?
Effect on Others
Maria had been practising every night, and finally the big day had come. She played each note perfectly, and everyone clapped at the end. “I’m glad I never gave up, even when my friends thought I wouldn’t be able to do it!” she said to her Mum. Why did the character act that way?
To prove other wrong
What type of characterization is being used when the writer tells the reader about the character? For example, the character’s personality is revealed by the narrator, other characters, or the character himself.
Direct Characterization
What is it called when you use examples from the text to support your claim?
Textual Evidence
What part of the STEAL method analyzes what the character does?
A- Actions
J.K. Rowling frequently describes Snape as having "greasy black hair, a hooked nose, and sallow skin," always dressed in long, billowing black robes that make him look like an "overgrown bat." This is an example of which STEAL technique?
Looks
Kate watched as the boy ran around the corner. She wondered what he could be doing. After a little while, the boy came back from around the corner with a big smile on his face. Kate decided she wanted to see what was around the corner, so she crept off when no one was looking. Why did the character act this way?
What type of characterization is being used when the writer DOES NOT directly state the personality of the character? For example, the character’s personality is shown by speech, thoughts, actions, & effect on others. Looks are implied, not directly stated.
Indirect Characterization
When you have to explain your evidence and connect it to your claim you are making an__________.
Analysis
What part of the STEAL method analyzes the character's inner beliefs, ideas, and opinions?
In The Sorcerer's Stone, Snape mocks Harry during their very first Potions class: "Potter! What would I get if I added powdered root of asphodel to an infusion of wormwood?" When Harry doesn't know, Snape sneers, "Thought you wouldn't open a book before coming, eh, Potter."The writer is using _____________ to show that Snape is critical and torments his students.
Speech
Trent’s dog, Sunny, was lying on his bed and not moving very much. He looked like he was feeling very sick. Trent picked up Sunny and cuddled him on the couch. He also gave him some chicken and rice for dinner to help him feel better. Why did the character act this way?