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Direct and Indirect Characterization - Starter Quiz

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  • Q1
    Direct characterization is when the author tells you exactly what a character is like, while indirect characterization shows the character’s traits through actions, dialogue, and thoughts.
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    false
    True or False
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the term for when the author tells you directly what a character is like, such as saying 'Tom is brave'?
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    30s
  • Q3
    Put the following stages in the correct order for analyzing a character's development in a story.
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    30s
  • Q4
    Arrange the steps a reader can use to analyze how an author develops a fictional character.
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    Jumble
    30s
  • Q5
    Unscramble the letters to name the word for describing a character through their speech, actions, and appearance without stating traits directly.
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    Jumble
    30s
  • Q6
    Match each term or example related to character development with its correct definition or description. Be sure to read each statement carefully.
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  • Q7
    Which of the following best describes indirect characterization in a story?
    The author tells you directly what kind of person the character is.
    The author reveals a character’s traits through their actions, words, thoughts, or how others react to them.
    The author describes the setting where the character lives.
    The author only uses adjectives to describe characters.
    30s
  • Q8
    Which examples show how direct and indirect characterization are used to reveal a character? Select TWO answers.
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  • Q9
    Sort each item into the correct category.
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  • Q10
    Which of the following best shows the difference between direct and indirect characterization in English literature?
    Direct characterization tells you something about the character, while indirect characterization lets you figure it out from clues.
    Direct characterization is when the author describes a character’s appearance, while indirect characterization is only about what a character says.
    Direct characterization happens when the author states traits outright, while indirect characterization involves actions, dialogue, and other clues.
    Indirect characterization is when you have to read between the lines to understand a character, but direct characterization is stated clearly.
    Direct characterization is when you have to guess what a character is like from their choices and actions.
    Indirect characterization is when the author just lists the character’s personality traits clearly.
    30s

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