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Characterization Terms
Characterization Terms
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Literature
6th Grade
02/28/2013

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Term
Character Traits
Definition
words that describe a character’s personality
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Characterization
Definition
the ways a writer reveals the personality of a character
Term
Direct Characterization
Definition
The author DIRECTLY TELLS the reader something about the character's personality. (This type is easy for readers.)
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Indirect Characterization
Definition
The author SHOWS the reader what a character's personality is like. (This type is more work for readers.)
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S.T.E.A.L.
Definition
These are the 5 ways an author can reveal the personality of a character through INDIRECT characterization.
Term
Stands for...
S = Speech
T = Thoughts
E = Effect on other characters
A = Actions
L = Looks

These are the ways authors can use INDIRECT characterization to reveal a character's personality.
Definition
What does S.T.E.A.L. stand for?
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