Characterization (D)
What type of characterization is used?
Maria was a kind, patient woman who always put others before herself.
Direct Characterization
When the teacher asked for volunteers, Maya raised her hand immediately and stepped to the front of the room without hesitation.
What type of characterization AND what do we learn about Maya?
Indirect Actions
She is helpful.
Marcus and his best friend argued every day after Marcus joined the rival basketball team. Neither was willing to apologize first.
Name the conflict.
Man vs Man
Ben lied to his parents about where he was going so he wouldn’t get in trouble. When the truth came out, his friends stopped trusting him, and Ben realized rebuilding trust took far more effort than telling the truth in the first place.
What is the theme?
Honesty is always the best policy.
I brought three things my notebook my laptop and my charger.
Add the correct punctuation AND label the sentence structure.
SIMPLE
I brought three things: my notebook, my laptop, and my charger.
What type of character is only one-dimensional?
Give an example.
Flat Character
Mrs. Phelps (Fahrenheit 451)
“I don’t mind staying late to help,” Carlos said. “We should make sure everyone understands before we leave.”
What type of characterization AND what do we learn about Carlos?
Indirect Speech
He is helpful and thorough.
As the blizzard grew stronger, Elena struggled to keep walking, her fingers numb and her vision blurred by the snow.
Name the conflict
Man VS Nature
Nia failed the entrance exam twice and felt embarrassed watching her friends move on without her. Instead of quitting, she changed her study habits, asked for help, and tried again until she finally succeeded.
What is the theme?
Learning from failure is true success.
The storm was getting closer the team decided to keep playing.
Add the correct punctuation AND label the sentence structure.
COMPOUND:
The storm was getting closer; the team decided to keep playing.
What type of character is well-developed?
Give an example.
Round Character
Guy Montag (Fahrenheit 451)
Jake’s shoes were shining, his hoodie the perfect fit, he stood tall and smiled proudly as he walked the halls.
What type of characterization AND what do we learn about Jake?
Indirect Looks
Jake is proud and confident.
After the navigation system failed mid-flight, the pilot had to rely on instinct and training to land the plane safely.
Name the conflict.
Man vs Technology
When false rumors spread about Alex, many classmates avoided him to protect their own reputations. Sam, however, defended Alex publicly and stayed by his side, even though it meant losing popularity.
What is the theme?
True friendship is worth the sacrifice.
After the bell rang students rushed to the exits.
Add the correct punctuation AND label the sentence structure.
COMPLEX
After the bell rang, students rushed to the exits.
What type of character remains the same throughout a story?
Give an example.
Static character
Captain Beatty (Fahrenheit 451)
Whenever Lena asked to join a group, her peers would look away and try to pretend they didn't hear the question.
What type of characterization AND what do we learn about Lena?
Indirect Effect on Others
Lena is not kind and doesn't get along with others.
When the school banned certain books, Jordan refused to stay silent, even though speaking out could get him suspended.
Name the conflict type.
Man vs Society
After being chosen as group leader, Leo began making decisions without listening to others. Over time, the group grew frustrated, stopped cooperating, and eventually left Leo isolated.
What is the theme?
Leadership requires listening and cooperation.
Although the plan was risky no one wanted to suggest a safer option everyone agreed to continue.
Add the correct punctuation AND label the sentence type.
COMPOUND-COMPEX
Although the plan was risky, no one wanted to suggest a safer option; everyone agreed to continue.
What type of character changes from the beginning to the end of a story?
Give an example.
Dynamic character
Faber (Fahrenheit 451)
As the crowd applauded, Noah smiled, but inside he worried that he didn’t truly deserve the praise.
What type of characterization AND what do we learn about Noah?
Indirect thoughts
Noah doubts himself.
Even after making the winning shot, Ava felt no pride, wondering whether she had sacrificed too much of her personal life for success.
Name the conflict type.
Man vs Self
Marisol achieved high grades, awards, and recognition, but she felt empty and disconnected from the people she cared about. She began to question whether success alone could truly make her happy.
What is the theme?
Success is meaningful when we can share it with others.
Glenn and Sue married in 1962 they spent the next decade living in Austin Texas Portland Oregon and Ashland Ohio.
Add the correct punctuation AND label the sentence structure.
COMPOUND
Glenn and Sue married in 1962; they spend the next decade living in Austin, Texas; Portland, Oregon; and Ashland, Ohio.