STEAL
The "S" in STEAL stands for this term.
Speech
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
I suddenly had this crazy feeling like I wanted to bolt from the car and run through the fields until I couldn’t run anymore.
Thoughts
Indirect or Direct: The quiet, respectful student listened intently to his teacher.
Direct
What STEAL letter is this a clue for?
Look for contradictions between what a character thinks and what they say/do.
Thoughts.
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
I really don’t want to go into the haunted house, Nicole thought. Maybe if some of my friends were here, I’d be brave enough to go in.
Thoughts
Nicole is scared of going into the haunted house by herself.
The "T" in STEAL stands for this term.
Thoughts
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
The little girl left the game with slumped shoulders and a frown on her face.
Looks
This shows us the little girl is not enjoying herself and is upset.
Indirect or Direct: Laura's cheeks flushed bright pink when Tim complimented her outfit.
Indirect
What STEAL letter is this a clue for?
Look for the reactions that other characters have to the main character.
Effects on others
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
When Jade walked into the classroom, the students jumped out of their seats and rushed over to her, looks of excitement on their faces. “Jade! Your party was awesome!”
Effects on others
Jade has a positive effect on her peers.
The "A" in STEAL stands for this term.
Actions
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
“Hey, we can have lots of fun at camp this summer! I love being outside!”
Speech
This shows us the character is upbeat and happy.
Indirect or Direct: Thomas shuffled into his math class, dropped his backpack on the floor, and slumped in his seat without even bothering to take out his homework.
Indirect
What STEAL letter is this a clue for?
Look for both what the character says out loud and the dialogue tags (vocabulary, word choice, tone of voice, etc.).
Speech
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
David grabbed the ball out of his sister’s hands. He could hardly stand her hogging the ball. He quickly took it away from her and mumbled under his breath.
Action
David steals the ball from his sister, which shows that he is jealous of his sister and resorts to being mean to her.
The author's physical description of a character is related to which letter of the STEAL model of characterization?
What is L? (It stands for Looks - Bonus)
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
The girl rode the lawnmower through the house and into the garage.
Actions
This shows us the girl is not concerned with rules or safety.
Indirect or Direct: The patient boy and quiet girl were both well mannered and did not disobey their mother.
Direct
What STEAL letter is this a clue for?
Consider the behavior of the character.
Actions
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
Jilly spoke fast and exclaimed, “We will have a lot of fun while we hike. I love climbing high mountains!”
Speech
Jilly's tone of voice makes it known that she is excited to go hiking.
A character's internal dialogue is attributed to which letter of the STEAL method of characterizations?
What is T? (It stands for Thoughts - Bonus)
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
The boy glared (stare in an angry way) at his sister as she ate his dessert.
Effects on others.
This shows us that the character is upset about his sister’s behavior and inability to think of others.
“Bill sighed as he looked at the offer of a gym membership. He really should join. But just thinking about it made beads of sweat collect at the top of his head.”
What is Indirect Characterization?
What STEAL letter is this a clue for?
Pay attention to a character's body language, facial expressions, and appearance.
Looks
What part of the STEAL method is this example and what can you infer about the character? You must explain your answer.
Tarah was wearing an expensive-looking blue gown with a diamond necklace.
Looks