Characterization

Indirect Characterization

100

Plankton screamed, "I will get you next time Krabs!" Why is this an example of indirect characterization?

The author uses dialogue to show the reader that Plankton is the type who seeks revenge.

200

When a mother told her son and daughter they were going to 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.

300

Spongebob pondered, "I hope I do a good job cooking the crabby patties today, or else I may get fired." Why is statement an example of indirect characterization?

Because the author shows you the character's thoughts, so you learn that Spongebob is nervous and under pressure using inferred information.

400

Mr. Krabs made it rain and took a bath in his money. Why is this statement an example of indirect characterization?

Because it shows you through Mr. Krabs's ACTIONS that he is the type who loves money.

Direct Characterization

100

Give a direct characterization using this indirect characterization: “Laura blushed painfully.”

Laura is embarrassed, self-conscious, etc.

200

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 a dangerous/creepy person.

300

Spongebob was sad and disappointed because he did not pass his driver's test. Why is this statement an example of direct characterization?

Because the author explicitly tells you how the character feels and why he feels that way.

Random

100

The little girl stole all her brother's toys little by little. Is this direct or indirect? Why?

Indirect. This statement SHOWS the reader an ACTION that the character is doing.

200

What type of characterization is this? James just sat in the back, not doing anything.

Indirect.

300

Is this statement an example of direct or indirect characterization? Jim was an honest man. He never cheated anybody in his entire life.

Direct.

400

"That was a pretty good poem you wrote for English class," Rachel said. "Your stuff is so good. I wish I could write like you." Is this statement an example of direct or indirect characterization? Why?

Indirect Characterization. Because the author is telling us about the character through another person's thoughts and comments.

500

Direct or indirect? "Miss Strangeworth shook her head at the poor baby in the stroller."

Indirect characterization.