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Characterization

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