Chracterization Flashcards

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Direct Characterization

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Direct statement made by the author that tell the reader exactly what the character is like(generous,shy,anxiousmgregarious,vengeful)

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Characterization

Mehtod(s) used by an author to reveal a character’s personality

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Define Characterization

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Indirect chracterization is not relilable in __ person unless the narrator is ______.

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Indirect characterization is not reliable in 1ST person, unless the narrator is OBJECTIVE

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Define Characterization

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Mehtod(s) used by an author to reveal a character’s personality

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Dynamic Character

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Character that changes a result of conflict

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5 Typesof Indirect Characterization

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Physical Appearance

Character Language-Dialouge

Character Thoughts and Feelings

What other characters think/say ABOUT/TO character

Character Actions

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Static Character

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Character that doesnt change after climax, course of story, or after major conflict

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When does direct characteriation ocur?

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ONLY OCCURS IN:

3rd person limited/omniscient

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Character Motivation

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Reason or reasons behind the character’s actions/behavior. The needs or conflicts that drive a character

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TRUE/FALSE:

Direct Characterization appears in first person narrative

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FALSE!

Doesnt appear in first person narrative b/c narrator is also the central character;therefore, he/she can’t objectively define themselves.

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