Indirect vs Direct Characterization

Kylie’s name was called, and she slowly walked up to the stage, staring straight at the ground. Direct or indirect?

Linda is an amazing musician. Direct or Indirect?

Kelly pushed her way to the front of the cafeteria line, ignoring all the dirty looks and complaints of the people who had been there before her. Direct or indirect?

Ms. H has brown hair and blue eyes. Direct or indirect?

Peter was bored with the TV program, 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?

These types of characters only have one or two traits throughout a story, and do not change much if at all.

If a writer tells you what a character is like, the method is called _______.Direct or indirect characterization

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

What does the "T" in W.A.T stand for?

Vera looked as if a strong gust of wind might carry her away. Direct or indirect?

Steve was very lazy, and would never move himself more than was absolutely necessary. Direct or indirect?

The dog had 8 teeth. Direct or indirect?

Henrietta is a wonderful friend. Direct or indirect?

What is the main character of a story called?

If a writer prefers to show characters in action, the method is called _______. Direct or indirect characterization?

These characters are not "main characters" but still add depth to a story.

What does the "A" in W.A.T stand for?

What does the "W" in W.A.T stand for?

What is "characterization"?

These types of characters are constantly changing throughout the story, most notably when facing conflict.

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?