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What is direct characterization?
The author directly tells what a character is like.
What is indirect characterization?
The reader learns about personality through actions, words, or behavior.
Which personality trait describes someone who never gives up?
Determination
What personality trait does flying around the world alone show?
Courage
Is this direct or indirect characterization? “The pilot never gave up after many failures.”
Indirect characterization.
Name two personality traits that describe Barrington Irving.
• determined • brave • ambitious • confident.
Why do authors use indirect characterization?
To show personality through actions and let readers make inferences.
What is an inference?
A conclusion the reader makes based on evidence.
Give one action from the text that shows Irving’s determination.
