Characterization Definitions
A character that opposes the main character and causes a conflict.
What is an Antagonist?
The narrator tells us, "Marcus was an honest and hardworking boy."
What is direct characterization?
This part of the plot introduces characters, setting, and any background information needed.
What is exposition?
This is a literary element that means "Something that represents or stands for something else."
What is Symbolism?
This is the name of your grade-level administrator.
Who is Dr. Ammar?
This type of characterization is when the author tells the reader directly about a character’s traits.
What is direct characterization?
Lily slammed her locker shut, rolled her eyes, and muttered, "Whatever."
What is indirect characterization?
The point of highest tension or turning point in a story.
What is the climax?
This character archetype guides or trains the hero.
Who is the Mentor?
This is the number of essays you are required to complete on your OST.
What is Two?
When an author shows character traits through speech, thoughts, effect on others, actions, or looks, the acronym is known as this.
What is the STEAL Method?
The "T" in STEAL stands for this.
What is Thoughts?
Type of Conflict: A character battling with their own feelings, decisions, or fears.
What is Man vs. Self?
What is Person vs. Self?
This character archetype is seen as the comic relief or chaos maker.
Who is the Trickster?
This is what the "O" in Bruin Strong stands for.
What is Open-minded?
If a character changes significantly throughout a story, they are considered this type of character.
What is a dynamic character?
"He always shared his lunch with classmates who forgot theirs." What trait is revealed?
What is generosity or kindness?
Type of Conflict: A character fighting against laws, traditions, or expectations.
What is Man vs. Society?
What is Person vs. Society?
This color often symbolizes purity or innocence.
What is the color white?
This is what the "T" in Bruin STRONG stands for.
What is Trustworthy?
A complex, realistic character with multiple traits is known as this. (HINT: you learned 4 character types)
What is a round character?
Identify 2 methods of indirect characterization in this sentence: "She stared at the test with wide eyes and tapped her pencil nervously."
What are actions and looks?
The event that sets the story’s conflict into motion.
What is the inciting incident?
This is the name of the situational archetype I told you we would be spending a lot of time on soon. Hint: Hero
What is the Hero's Journey?
This is one of the sports Miss Russell played in high school.
What is Volleyball?
What is Softball?