Question 1

What is the difference between direct characterization and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization tells us exactly what a character is like, while indirect characterization shows us through actions or words.

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Direct characterization is when the author describes the setting.

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Both direct and indirect characterization are the same.

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Indirect characterization is when a character talks about another character.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

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The character smiled and helped the puppy, showing they are kind.

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The character is always happy.

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The character loves reading books.

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The character is described as being very tall.

Question 3

What does direct characterization tell us about a character?

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It gives clear information about what the character is like.

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It shows us what the character does in the story.

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It describes the character's surroundings.

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It reveals the character's thoughts through dialogue.

Question 4

If a character is always helping others and sharing their toys, what can we infer about them using indirect characterization?

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They are likely generous and caring.

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They are always sad.

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They are very tall.

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They do not like to play.

Question 5

Which statement is an example of direct characterization?

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The boy was very brave and never backed down from a challenge.

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The boy thought about his fears before making a decision.

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The boy's heart raced when he faced the monster.

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The boy always helped his friends when they were in trouble.

Question 6

How can you tell when a story is using indirect characterization?

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When you learn about a character through their actions and words instead of direct descriptions.

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When the story focuses only on the setting.

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When there are no characters in the story.

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When the author describes the character's appearance.

Question 7

What does it mean when a character is shown as sad because they are sitting alone on a bench?

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This is an example of indirect characterization, showing their feelings through actions.

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This is direct characterization because it describes the character.

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This means the character is happy.

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This shows the character has a lot of friends.

Question 8

What is a way an author can use indirect characterization?

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By showing how a character reacts in a difficult situation.

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By telling us the character's favorite color.

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By providing a list of the character's friends.

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By stating the character's height.

Question 9

When an author describes a character as having a big smile and helping everyone, what technique are they using?

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Direct characterization, because they are telling us exactly what the character is like.

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Indirect characterization, through the character's thoughts.

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Direct characterization, by only describing the setting.

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Indirect characterization, by showing us the character's actions.

Question 10

What can you learn about a character through indirect characterization?

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You can learn about their personality through their actions and how they treat others.

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You can find out their favorite food.

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You can know their age and height.

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You can learn everything about their family.

Question 11

What does indirect characterization do?

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It shows what a character is like through their actions and words.

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It explains the character's family background.

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It describes the character's appearance.

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It tells directly what a character thinks.

Question 12

What is direct characterization?

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It's when the author tells us exactly what a character is like.

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It's when we learn about a character's feelings through their actions.

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It's when we see how characters interact with each other.

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It's when the character describes their own dreams.

Question 13

Which of these is an example of indirect characterization?

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A character helps a friend without being asked.

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The book says, 'Tom is very generous.'

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The character's thoughts are shared directly with us.

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A character looks in the mirror and talks about their looks.

Question 14

What is one way an author can use indirect characterization?

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By showing how a character reacts to a problem.

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By writing a list of the character's hobbies.

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By giving the character a nickname.

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By stating the character's favorite color.

Question 15

Why is indirect characterization important in a story?

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It makes the characters feel more real and relatable.

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It allows the characters to become superheroes.

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It helps to make the story shorter.

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It only focuses on what characters look like.

Question 16

How can a reader spot direct characterization in a story?

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By looking for sentences that describe a character's traits directly.

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By paying attention to what other characters say about them.

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By noticing how often they appear in the story.

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By reading the chapter titles.

Question 17

Which example shows direct characterization?

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The story says, 'Jenna was the smartest student in her class.'

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Jenna smiled and said hello to everyone.

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Jenna felt nervous before the test.

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Jenna helped her friend with homework.

Question 18

What can you learn from a character's dialogue in the story?

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You can learn about their personality and feelings.

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You can find out the title of the book.

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You can learn about the weather outside.

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You can understand the author's writing style.

Question 19

What does an author show through a character's choices in a story?

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The character's values and beliefs.

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The character's height and weight.

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The character's address.

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The character's favorite food.

Question 20

What is one way to use indirect characterization in a story?

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Showing how a character behaves in tough situations.

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Telling the reader their age.

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Listing their favorite movies.

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Describing the color of their clothes.

Question 21

In a story, if a character is always helping others and sharing their toys, what does this show about them?

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They are kind.

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They are lazy.

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They are mean.

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They are shy.

Question 22

If a character is always smiling and laughing with friends, what can we learn about their personality?

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They are cheerful.

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They are grumpy.

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They are scared.

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They are rude.

Question 23

If a character is often seen reading quietly and loves to talk about books, what does this suggest about them?

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They are interested in learning.

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They dislike school.

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They are afraid of people.

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They never pay attention.

Question 24

If a character always helps their friends when they are sad and listens to their problems, what does this tell us about them?

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They are a good friend.

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They are angry.

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They are sad.

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They are selfish.

Question 25

If a character spends a lot of time practicing the piano and gets upset when they make mistakes, what does this reveal about them?

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They are determined.

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They are afraid.

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They are uninterested.

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They are bored.

Question 26

If a character always gives compliments and encourages others, what can we say about their personality?

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They are positive.

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They are rude.

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They are quiet.

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They are negative.

Question 27

If a character often shows up late and forgets important events, what might this suggest about them?

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They are forgetful.

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They are very careful.

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They are very organized.

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They are always on time.

Question 28

If a character always wears mismatched clothing and never cares about their appearance, what does this say about them?

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They are carefree.

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They are very picky.

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They are very strict.

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They are always worried.

Question 29

If a character is always sharing their lunch with others and laughing with their friends, what does this suggest about their personality?

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They are generous.

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They are serious.

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They are shy.

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They are greedy.

Question 30

If a character is always cleaning up after others and organizing everything, what might this reveal about them?

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They are neat and responsible.

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They are messy.

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They are lazy.

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They are forgetful.

Question 31

Which of the following sentences is an example of direct characterization?

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Lucy is a kind and friendly girl.

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Lucy likes to play soccer.

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Lucy has a green backpack.

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Lucy walks to school every day.

Question 32

Which of the following sentences is an example of direct characterization?

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Max is a brave and adventurous boy.

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Max has a new red bike.

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Max enjoys reading books about space.

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Max climbed a tall tree.

Question 33

What is direct characterization?

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When the author tells the reader exactly what a character is like

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When other characters talk about a character

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When the character shows their feelings through actions

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When the reader has to guess what a character is like

Question 34

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

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She was the kindest girl in school.

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Her actions showed she was kind.

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She always helped others without being asked.

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Everyone knew she was kind.

Question 35

How does an author use direct characterization?

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By clearly describing a character's traits

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By having other characters talk about them

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By showing the character's actions

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By creating mystery around the character

Question 36

Which sentence is an example of direct characterization?

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He was very brave and never backed down from a challenge.

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People said he was a brave boy.

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He always faced challenges with grit.

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The townsfolk talked about his bravery.

Question 37

What does direct characterization help the reader understand?

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A character's personality and traits

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The setting of the story

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What other characters think about the character

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The plot of the story

Question 38

When an author tells us a character is 'slow to anger', what type of characterization is being used?

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Direct characterization

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Narrative description

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Imagery

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Indirect characterization

Question 39

If a story says, 'Maria loved to help her friends and was always smiling', what type of characterization is this?

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Direct characterization

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Indirect characterization

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Guessing characterization

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Contextual characterization

Question 40

Which statement best describes direct characterization?

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The author tells us what the character is thinking.

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The story reveals the character's secrets over time.

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Other characters are shocked by what the character does.

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The character's actions make us guess their feelings.

Question 41

What is an example of direct characterization in a story?

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Tom was known for his honesty and always told the truth.

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Tom liked to help others and often volunteered.

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People thought Tom was honest.

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Many stories were told about Tom's honesty.

Question 42

Which of the following sentences uses direct characterization?

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Lisa was a cheerful and friendly girl who loved meeting new people.

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Many considered Lisa to be a nice person.

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Lisa showed her cheerfulness by always laughing.

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People said Lisa was friendly.

Question 43

What does indirect characterization mean?

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Learning about a character through their actions and what others say about them

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Understanding a character by only looking at the pictures

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Learning about a character by reading their mind

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Finding out what a character looks like

Question 44

How can you find out more about a character using indirect characterization?

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By noticing how they treat other characters

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By asking other characters about them

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By writing a summary of the story

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By reading the chapter title

Question 45

What is one way to use indirect characterization in a story?

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Showing a character helping someone in need

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Explaining the character's age

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Listing the character's hobbies

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Telling the reader the character's favorite color

Question 46

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

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A character smiles when they see a friend

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The character's name is Lucy

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The character has blue eyes

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The character is 10 years old

Question 47

What can you learn about a character through indirect characterization?

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Their personality traits and feelings

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What they like to eat

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Their home address

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The date of their birthday

Question 48

Why is indirect characterization important in a story?

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It makes characters more relatable and realistic

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It helps to create a list of characters' names

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It tells the reader everything about the character at once

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It only focuses on the main character

Question 49

What does a character's reaction to a challenge tell us through indirect characterization?

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It shows their courage or fear

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It explains why they wear a hat

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It lists their family members

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It tells us their favorite game

Question 50

What does it mean when a character helps a stranger in a story?

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It shows that they are kind and generous

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It explains what they like to cook

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It tells the reader their name

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It shows they are afraid of strangers

Question 51

When you read that a character often shares their toys with friends, what can you learn about them?

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They are likely generous and caring

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They prefer to play alone

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They are always sad

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They don't have many toys

Question 52

If a character is often seen helping elderly people cross the street, what does this suggest?

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They are respectful and helpful

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They are afraid of cars

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They do not like walking

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They want to be famous

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