Characterization
What literary device helps readers understand a character through their thoughts, actions, speech, and feelings?
Characterization
A character argues with another character.
What type of conflict is this?
Character vs. Character
True or False
An inference is a guess based only on your opinion.
False
Why do readers annotate?
To understand and remember the text.
What is foreshadowing?
Hints or clues about what will happen later.
Which type of character changes throughout a story?
A. Flat Character
B. Round (Dynamic) Character
B. Round (Dynamic) Character
A girl gets lost during a hurricane.
Conflict?
Character vs. Nature
To make an inference, you use...
A. Text clues only
B. Prior knowledge only
C. Text clues + prior knowledge
C
Name two things you might annotate.
Why do authors use foreshadowing?
To build suspense and keep readers interested.
Name two ways an author can reveal a character.
A student wants to cheat but knows it's wrong.
Conflict?
Character vs. Self
If a character slams the door and refuses to talk, what can you infer?
They may be angry, upset, frustrated, etc.
Should you annotate before, during, or after reading?
During reading
Which of these is foreshadowing?
A. "I have a bad feeling about tomorrow."
B. The character eats breakfast.
A
How has Ender changed since arriving at Battle School?
Citizens protest unfair laws.
Conflict?
Character vs. Society
Why doesn't an author always tell readers exactly how a character feels?
Readers infer feelings using clues from the text.
You notice an important quotation.
What should you do?
Highlight/underline it and write a note explaining why it's important.
Name one type of foreshadowing.
Possible answers:
Why do authors develop characters throughout a story?
To show growth, teach a lesson, or reveal how experiences change a person.
How does conflict help develop a character?
It forces characters to make decisions, overcome challenges, and grow.
Ender smiles after winning a difficult battle but immediately feels guilty.
What can you infer?
He doesn't enjoy hurting others even when he succeeds.
How can annotations help you answer comprehension questions?
They help you find important evidence quickly.
In an Ender's Game trailer, dramatic music, military speeches, and shots of battles make viewers think something important is coming.
What literary device is this?
Foreshadowing