Characterization
Published on Nov 18, 2015
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Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character. There is direct characterization and indirect characterization.
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Direct characterization tells the audience what the personality is.
Example: The hyper dog and the slow turtle were both nice to the cat.
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After reading this sentence, the personalities of the animals are directly revealed.
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Indirect characterization shows things that reveals personality.
Example: The daughter rolled her eyes when her parents didn't buy her a car.
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When the character rolls her eyes it reveals her spoiled personality.
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When trying to identify indirect characterization, look for speech, thoughts, and actions.
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Direct: Caroline is very nice and helpful.
Indirect: Caroline enjoys volunteering at the soup kitchen in her free time.
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