Characterization is: A) the theme in a story B) the problem in a story C) how a writer reveals a character's personality
C) how a writer reveals a character's personality
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Peter was bored with the TV show, but the remote control was across the room, so he just watched it anyway. Jan would be in soon, and she could get the remote control for him then. Direct or Indirect?
Indirect
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Linda is an amazing musician. Direct or Indirect?
Direct
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Kelly pushed her way to the front of the lunch line, ignoring all the dirty looks and complaints of the people who had been there before her. Direct or indirect?
Indirect
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Kylieâs name was called, and she slowly walked up to the stage, staring straight at the ground. Direct or indirect?
Indirect
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The dog is both energetic and loud when neighbors are out. Direct or indirect?
Direct
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If the author prefers to show characters in action, it is called _______. Direct or indirect characterization?
Indirect characterization
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The tired, old mechanic hated modern electronics. Direct or Indirect?
Direct
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If the author tells you what a character is like it is called _______. Direct or indirect characterization
Direct characterization
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Jake walked around the lunchroom. For every new student he saw, he stopped and said hello and gave them a fist bump. Direct or indirect?
Indirect
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Ms. H has brown hair and blue eyes. Direct or indirect?
Indirect
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Steve was very lazy, and would never move himself more than was absolutely necessary. Direct or indirect?
Direct AND Indirect!
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True of False: Good characterization creates a clear picture in the reader's mind