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Character and Characterization

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This character is the main/central character of the narrative.

Protagonist

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This character is the opposer of the main character.

Antagonist

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What do we call a character who stays the same throughout the narrative?

Static

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What do we call a character character who undergoes a change over the course of the narrative?

Dynamic

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This is when the author tells the reader information about characters directly.

Direct Characterization

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This is when the author shows the character in action and lets the readers make their own interpretations.

Indirect Characterization

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Is this direct or indirect characterization? Amir always holds the door open for people behind him.

Indirect

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Is this direct of indirect characterization? Amir's kindness is evident in his interactions with his peers and teachers.

Direct

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Give an example of protagonist.

The answer may vary

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Give an example of antagonist.

The answer may vary

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Is Anna, from Frozen, a static or dynamic character?

Dynamic

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Is Hans, from Frozen 1, a static or dynamic character?

Static

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Direct or Indirect: Sally did not say a word in class.

Indirect

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What does STEAL stand for?

Speech, Thoughts, Effects on Others, Actions, Looks

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Where the author SHOWS you the character traits using STEAL

Indirect Characterization

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True of False: Good characterization creates a clear picture in the reader's mind

True!

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