Methods of Characterization

Character Traits ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Analyzing Character Traits ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Indirect Characterization ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Appearance ,[object Object],Erasto was the priest of his village. When he appeared before the commission, he towered above them, wearing his finest yellow hat and scarf, and his royal blue robes. -respected -proud -dignified

Action ,[object Object],Denise picked up the slimy bull frog. She could hardly stand to hold it even for a moment. She held it out at arm’s length from her body and quickly carried it to her brother. -squeamish -sensitive -nervous

Words ,[object Object],Anita threw her arms around Tony and gave him a big hug. “Thank you so much for being there for me,” she said. “I don’t think I could have faced my parents without you.” -thoughtful -compassionate -appreciative

Thoughts and Feelings ,[object Object],Butch looked around the neighborhood. “This would be a safe place to play catch with Bobby,” he thought. “Why doesn’t Bobby throw the ball? He must be in a bad mood or something.” -loyal -concerned -playful

Other Character’s Comments or Reactions ,[object Object],“ You wouldn’t believe what Lisa did yesterday,” Sara said to her sister. “When we went into the bridal shop, she pushed all the women aside and demanded that the sales lady help us immediately. It was really something!” -demanding -pushy -assertive

Direct Characterization ,[object Object],Betsy was a determined three year old, who knew what she wanted and often got her way, if she cried loudly enough.

Comments by the Narrator Jimmy was a mischievous boy and creative too. He could take a discarded box or old blanket and turn it into something adventurous. But sometimes his imagination got the better of him, and he’d find himself in big trouble. -mischievous -creative -imaginative

Which method of characterization is being used? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Methods of Characterization

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