Characterization

Question 1 of 6

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Select from the dropdown lists to complete the text.

Read the example and select "direct" or "indirect."

Kinzer, the sweet dog, sat on the porch swing. ( direct, indirect )

Pippin ran to the house with his tail between his legs at the sound of the motorcycle. ( direct, indirect )

Gonzo is a naughty kitten. ( direct, indirect )

Fergie thought that she deserved the entire loaf of garlic bread. ( direct, indirect )

"A short man in his early fifties sat behind a large wooden desk. He had a kind face, but sat rigidly in his chair." ( direct, indirect )

Explanation

Question 2 of 6

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Direct Characterization is…

Select one of the following:

the author telling you a character's traits
the author showing you a character's traits

Explanation

Question 3 of 6

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Indirect Characterization is...

Select one of the following:

the author showing you a character's traits
the author telling you a character's traits

Explanation

Question 4 of 6

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Which acronym helps you to remember the five elements of indirect characterization?

Select one of the following:

STEEL
STOLE
STEAL

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Question 5 of 6

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Select from the dropdown list to complete the text.

STEAL stands for Speech, Thoughts, ( Affect on others, Explain to others, Effect on others, Evaluate others ), Actions, and Looks. What goes in the blank?

Explanation

Question 6 of 6

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The five elements of indirect characterization include all of the following except:

Select one of the following:

speech
actions
looks
motivation

	Created by Christine Davis - IU8 over 7 years ago

Elementary ELA (Story Elements) Quiz on Characterization, created by Christine Davis - IU8 on 02/08/2017.

Characterization

Question 1 of 6

Select from the dropdown lists to complete the text.

Explanation

Question 2 of 6

Direct Characterization is…

Select one of the following:

Explanation

Question 3 of 6

Indirect Characterization is...

Select one of the following:

Explanation

Question 4 of 6

Which acronym helps you to remember the five elements of indirect characterization?

Select one of the following:

Explanation

Question 5 of 6

Select from the dropdown list to complete the text.

STEAL stands for Speech, Thoughts, Affect on others Explain to others Effect on others Evaluate others( Affect on others, Explain to others, Effect on others, Evaluate others ), Actions, and Looks. What goes in the blank?

Explanation

Question 6 of 6

The five elements of indirect characterization include all of the following except:

Select one of the following:

Explanation

STEAL stands for Speech, Thoughts, ( Affect on others, Explain to others, Effect on others, Evaluate others ), Actions, and Looks. What goes in the blank?