CHARACTERIZATION DIRECT - the narrator specifically TELLS the reader what a character is like. INDIRECT - the narrator SHOWS the reader something about.

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CHARACTERIZATION DIRECT - the narrator specifically TELLS the reader what a character is like. INDIRECT - the narrator SHOWS the reader something about the character. CLIP 1 CLIP 2

How do we learn about characters in a story? CHARACTERIZATION How do we learn about characters in a story? Physical appearance - INDIRECT What the character says to him/herself and to other characters - INDIRECT What the character does – Sometimes actions speak louder than words! - INDIRECT What the narrator or other characters say about the character - DIRECT

What would you infer about this character from her appearance?

APPEARANCE How about now? Does the change her physical appearance indicate something about the character?

What does this quote reveal about his character? WHAT CHARACTERS SAY What does this quote reveal about his character? President Snow: Hope, it is the only thing stronger than fear. A little hope is effective, a lot of hope is dangerous. A spark is fine, as long as it's contained. Seneca Crane: So... President Snow: So, contain it!

What does the underlined action reveal about Katniss? ACTIONS What does the underlined action reveal about Katniss? Katniss: Unexpectedly, Rue throws her arms around me. I only hesitate a moment before I hug her back.

WHAT IS SAID ABOUT A CHARACTER What does this quote reveal about Haymitch? Katniss: With all that alcohol in him [Haymitch], it’s probably not advisable to have him around an open flame.

CHARACTER TRAITS Internal (can’t see) External (can see) Dangerous Cute Curious Tall Fearless Doctor Studious Athlete Cheerful Ugly Adventurous Smelly Determined American Talented Large Restless Blonde Loving Wealthy Brave Well-dressed