1. Characterization

2. Describing character:

3. Physical Characteristics
build, facial features, posture, gestures, figure, etc.

4. Emotional Characteristics
introvert, extrovert, dominant, submissive, moody, impulsive, strong-willed, fun-loving, serious, depressed, angry, etc.

5. Interests and activities
money, politics, social welfare, religion, sports, hobbies, business, occupation, music, art, clubs, etc

6. Speech
light, heavy, accented, loud, soft, raspy, smooth, fast, slow, high, low, etc.

7. Background of the character
financial, educational, social class, family, occupational

8. Reaction to Hardship and Stress
escape, anger, fear, panic, stoic, rational, etc.

9. Ideas and Opinions What does the character believe?
What does he/she value?

10. Methods of Characterization:

11. Direct Indirect the author describes the character.
through what other characters say
through what the character says, does and thinks
through description of associated items, people and ideas