Definitons
Shows information about a character through what they say/ how they speak
What is the “speech” in regards to characterization?
This is an example of looks: “He was a blonde, spiritless man, anaemic, and faintly handsome. When he saw us a damp gleam of hope sprang into his light blue eyes.” - The Great Gatsby
True
What is this an example of… “alright old sport” -Jay Gatsby
Speech,
Explanation: the way Gatsby talks throughout the book demonstrates the type of character he is. With him constantly using “old sport” throughout the book, it demonstrates his elegance.
What method of characterization is this a real life example of? “Dr. Mckee is a tall man with dark hair”
Looks
Characterize Mickey Mouse in regards of looks
Small, short, round black ears, large white gloves, yellow shoes, red shorts
Physical appearance, what they look like and what their appearance might reveal about them.
What is the “looks” in regards to characterization?
This is an example of Effects on others: “At any rate Miss Baker’s lips fluttered, she nodded at me almost imperceptibly and then quickly tipped her head back again—the object she was balancing had obviously tottered a little and given her something of a fright.”
False, it is an example of action since it describes what Miss Baker does showing she’s nervous.
What is this an example of… “It seemed funny to me that the sunset she saw from her patio and the one I saw from the back steps was the same one. Maybe the two different worlds we lived in weren't so different. We saw the same sunset.” (Page 35, Chapter 3- The Outsiders)
Thoughts
What method of characterization is this a real life example of? “Mr. Combrink knew it was Mrs. Lorences birthday, so he immediately took initiative, buying decorations the night before and getting to school extra early just to set her room up, all so she could feel special on her birthday.”
Actions
How many methods of indirect characterization are there?
5 (Speech, Thoughts, Effect on others, Actions, and Looks)
Thoughts, what they think deep down may help reveal their motivation, ideas, and more.
What is the “thoughts” in regards to characterization?
This is an example of Actions: Odysseus tells his men to strap himself down so he doesn’t get tempted by the sirens.
True
What is this an example of...”Shamengwa was a man of refinement, who prepared himself carefully to meet life every day. … Owehzhee is the way men get themselves up-pluck stray hairs, brush each tooth, make a precise part in their hair, and, these days, press a sharp crease down the front of their blue jeans-in order to show that, although the government has tried in every way possible to destroy their manhood, they are undefeatable. Owehzhee. We still look good and we know it. The old man was never seen in disarray, and yet there was more to it.”?
Looks
What method of characterization is this a real life example of? “Mrs. Lorence walks into the classroom wishing everyone a good morning, everyone’s mood is immediately lifted.”
Effect on others
Name the five methods of characterization (STEAL)
Speech, Thoughts, Effect on others, Actions, and Looks
A form of indirect characterization where an author reveals a character's personality, values, and motives through what they do rather than stating them outright
What is the “Action” in regards to characterization?
Is motivation is shown in this thought: “Her frightened eyes told that whatever intentions, whatever courage she had had, were definitely gone.” - The Great Gatsby
False, because although it is a thought it does not show motivation. It just expresses an idea.
What is this an example of… The Trojan horse supposedly is a gift from the Greeks and has men inside to surprise-attack the Trojans and give the Greeks a step up in the war.
Actions
What method of characterization is this a real life example of? “Mrs. Lorence thinks about if she wants to give the class a quiz; she ponders deeply but ultimately reasons with herself that coffee tastes great.”
Thoughts
Characterize Mrs. Lorence in terms of effect
She pushes her students to try harder and doesn’t let her students get lazy.
How the character affects the people around them
What is the ”effect” on others in regards to characterization?
This is an example of speech: When Odysseus told the cyclops “My name is Nobody” -The Odyssey
Speech
What is this an example of…"As Snape walks into any room, everyone’s attention is turned directly towards him and the tone of the scene becomes more suspenseful. The reader can feel the intimidation in the air"
Effect
What method of characterization is this a real life example of? “Ms. Battle stood next to the smartboard, addressing all of us passionately about how worried she is that no one has started their Common App.”
Speech
What is Mrs. Lorence’s coffee order
Iced Pumpkin Spiced Latte/ French Vanilla Latte