Characterization Ms Rhodehouse Characterization Types Direct Characterization Tells

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Characterization Ms. Rhodehouse

Characterization Ms. Rhodehouse

Characterization Types � Direct Characterization ◦ Tells us DIRECTLY what the character is like.

Characterization Types � Direct Characterization ◦ Tells us DIRECTLY what the character is like. �Example: “The patient boy and quiet girl were both well mannered and did not disobey their mother. ” �Explanation: The author is directly telling the audience the personality of these two children. The boy is “patient” and the girl is “quiet. ” � http: //www. readwritethink. org/files/resources/lesson_images/lesson 800/Characterization. pdf

Characterization Types (cont. ) � Indirect Characterization ◦ This SHOWS things that reveal the

Characterization Types (cont. ) � Indirect Characterization ◦ This SHOWS things that reveal the personality of the character. There are five different methods of indirect characterization:

Characterization & Point of View � NOW…consider how a character is constructed and who

Characterization & Point of View � NOW…consider how a character is constructed and who constructs them. � The POV & the Characterization go hand in hand to help create the story and our perceptions!

Now…Let’s Watch Some Clips � On a piece of paper, please jot down the

Now…Let’s Watch Some Clips � On a piece of paper, please jot down the video clip, followed by what kind of characterization you think it’s showing us. Make sure you include why you think it’s that type. � Enjoy! Let’s talk about whether they are SHOWING (Indirect) or TELLING (Direct).

Characterization In Practice! � Draw your main characters so far. What does your group

Characterization In Practice! � Draw your main characters so far. What does your group picture them as? � Determine what qualities are important to include with them. � Title your picture with their name. � At the bottom, list at least two INDIRECT characteristics you’ve read that describes them. Put the page # and line(s) that show that!

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Direct vs Indirect Characterization Direct Characterization n directDirect vs Indirect Characterization Direct Characterization n direct
Characterization Direct characterization The author tells us directlyCharacterization Direct characterization The author tells us directly
Direct Object Pronouns The direct object tells whoDirect Object Pronouns The direct object tells who
Direct Objects The direct object tells whom ORDirect Objects The direct object tells whom OR