DIRECT CHARACTERIZATION 1
What IS direct characterization? (Definition)
Direct characterization TELLS the audience what the personality of the character is.
What IS indirect characterization? (Definition)
Indirect characterization SHOWS things that reveal the personality of the character.
Give a direct characterization using this indirect characterization: As Mr. Smith walked by families, mothers pulled their children close to their side.
Mr. Smith is dangerous to children.
Give an example of indirect characterization using SPEECH. *Hint-use dialogue.
Indirect using speech: "I hate school. I hate my teachers. I hate my classes."
True or false: Direct characterization shows how the character feels.
False. Indirect characterizations show how a character feels.
What is an example of direct characterization?
Ms. Cross decides if your answer is correct :)
What is the STEAL method?
Speech, Thoughts, Effects, Actions, Looks
Give a direct characterization using this indirect characterization: Kylie's name was called, and she slowly walked up the stage, staring straight at the ground.
Kylie is shy and doesn't like being in front of others.
Give an example of an indirect characterization using an example of what another character thinks about your character.
"The boy thought his sister was annoying."
Direct characterization ________ what the character is like. Indirect characterization ________ what the character is like.
Direct characterization TELLS what the character is like. Indirect characterization SHOWS what the character is like.
"The patient boy and quiet girl were both well mannered and did not disobey their mother." Explain what this direct characterization says about the boy and then the girl. Don't think too hard one this one, it's easy!
The boy is patient and the girl is quiet.
When a mother told her son and daughter they were going to be spending their summer at camp, the daughter became angry and pouted. The son said, "Hey! It's okay, we can have lots of fun at camp this summer! I love being outside!" What does this indirect characterization say about the son?
The boy is positive, upbeat, etc. He wants to please his Mom.
Give a direct characterization using this indirect characterization: Samantha sat in front of a mirror looking at herself, "What does he see in me?" She wondered.
Samantha is self-conscious and worried about her looks and what others think of her.
Give an example of indirect characterization using ACTION.
Indirect: Joe broke into the store, punched the store clerk in the face, and stole everything in sight.
"The trusting woman" Is this a direct or indirect characterization?
Direct!
Give a direct characterization for Ms. Cross. Then give an INDIRECT characterization to support your direct characterization!
Direct: Ms.Cross is very kind. Indirect: Ms. Cross stayed up late and made us a jeopardy game so that we would all make A's on our tests.
Give an indirect characterization about Superman. Then, give a DIRECT characterization that supports your indirect characterization.
Indirect characterization: Superman always saves Lois Lane. Direct characterization: Superman is a good role model.
Give a direct characterization about someone on your team followed by an indirect characterization.
DIRECT - James is very tall and athletic. INDIRECT - James is successful at playing outside right receiver. He is able to catch the ball and run fast.
Give an indirect characterization using an example of how a character looks.
Indirect: The little girl left the game with slumped shoulders and a frown on her face.
The little girl stole all her brother's toys little by little. Is this direct or indirect? Why?
Indirect. This statement tells WHAT the character is doing.
Give three examples of direct characterizations about Sponge Bob Square Pants. Must be THREE complete sentences!
Sponge Bob lives under the sea! Sponge Bob is hilarious. Sponge Bob's best friend is Patrick.
Give three indirect characterizations about Shrek. Must be THREE complete sentences.
People look at Shrek differently than they do everyone else. Shrek knows Fiona loves him for HIM and doesn't care about his looks. Shrek stands up for what he believes him and doesn't care what others think about him.
Give three direct characterizations about a celebrity. Must be THREE complete sentences!
Riff Raff used to attend LCHS. He is not very smart, as he did not graduate. However, Riff Raff is entertaining.
Give three indirect characterizations about Ms. Cross. Must be THREE complete sentences.
Ms. Cross is my favorite teacher. She teaches about about poetry and literature. She makes learning fun.
Jim was very unlike any other businessman. He made sure that all his clients got what they had paid for.
Explain why this is indirect characterization.