Read the example and select "direct" or "indirect."
Kinzer, the sweet dog, sat on the porch swing. [blank_start]_____________[blank_end]
Pippin ran to the house with his tail between his legs at the sound of the motorcycle. [blank_start]_________________[blank_end]
Gonzo is a naughty kitten. [blank_start]___________________[blank_end]
Fergie thought that she deserved the entire loaf of garlic bread. [blank_start]______________[blank_end]
"A short man in his early fifties sat behind a large wooden desk. He had a kind face, but sat rigidly in his chair." [blank_start]____________[blank_end]
Answer
direct
indirect
direct
indirect
direct
indirect
direct
indirect
direct
indirect
Question 2
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Direct Characterization is…
Answer
the author telling you a character's traits
the author showing you a character's traits
Question 3
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Indirect Characterization is...
Answer
the author showing you a character's traits
the author telling you a character's traits
Question 4
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Which acronym helps you to remember the five elements of indirect characterization?
Answer
STEEL
STOLE
STEAL
Question 5
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STEAL stands for Speech, Thoughts, [blank_start]______[blank_end], Actions, and Looks. What goes in the blank?
Answer
Affect on others
Explain to others
Effect on others
Evaluate others
Question 6
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The five elements of indirect characterization include all of the following except: