Direct and Indirect Characterization Quiz

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

Cory enjoys talking and hanging out with his friends.

Shelley pulled weeds, planted flowers, and cut the grass. Direct or Indirect?

Kaylee is a nice and caring person.

The dog had brown patches around its eyes. Direct or indirect?

Steve was very lazy. Direct or indirect?

Mrs. Joplin spent three hours last night after school workings as a tutor for middle schoolers.

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?

Greyson is tall and athletic.

Linda is an amazing musician. Direct or Indirect?

Shelley is a hard worker. Direct or Indirect?

The old mechanic hated modern electronics. Direct or Indirect?

Steve would never move himself more than was absolutely necessary. Direct or indirect?

The old mechanic preferred the old days when all he needed was a stack of manuals and a good set of tools. Direct or Indirect?

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

Henrietta is a wonderful friend. Direct or indirect?

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

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?

Mrs. Clark has blonde hair and brown eyes. Direct or indirect?

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