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Characterization

This resource details the two fundamental ways characters are revealed in literature: directly and indirectly. Direct characterization occurs when the narrator explicitly describes a character, while indirect characterization reveals traits through thoughts, actions, and other characters' perceptions. Various character types are explored, including flat vs. round characters and static vs. dynamic characters. The document also offers insights into writing techniques for analyzing characters from texts, encouraging deeper engagement with literature and improving analytical writing skills.

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Characterization

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  1. Characterization LC1

  2. How a Character is Revealed • Directly: the narrator or author explains explicitly or directly • Indirectly: • Thoughts or feelings • Interactions with other characters • His or her actions • What other characters say about this person

  3. Examples: • Directly: • “Jem was twelve. He was difficult to live with, inconsistent, moody” (153). • Why/how is this a direct characterization about Jem? • Indirectly: • As Scount, Jem and Dill deliberate what to do with their time, Scout rolls in a tire to play. In deciding who will go first, “Jem arbitrated, awarded me first push with an extra time for Dill…” (49). • Why/how is this indirect characterization about Jem?

  4. Types of Character FLAT ROUND • Two-dimensional in that they are relatively uncomplicated • Complex with depth and nuance Who can you predict or infer already is a flat character? A round character? How so?

  5. Types of Character STATIC DYNAMIC • Do not change throughout the course of a work • Undergo development, sometimes sufficiently to surprise the reader. In a novel or story, the protagonist USUALLY is what type of character?

  6. Writer’s Warm-up (next class): Writing Tips/Reminders: Include a T.A.G. Novels are underlined Include a TS Incorporate a quote and parenthetical citation CM> 2 sentences Make/end with a connection to self, text, or world • Write one body paragraph describing Scout: How is she a flat vs. round character? Do you predict she is a static vs. round character? How and why? • Write another body paragraph summarizing Atticus. How is he a flat vs. round character? Do you predict he is a static vs. round character? How and why?

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