1. Week Three : Character Types and Charcterization
Reading Bellwork
Week Three : Character Types and Charcterization

3. Round Vs. Flat Characters

4. Tuesday, September 5 Write the definitions for:
1. Round Character- many characteristics and details developed
2. Flat Character- only one characteristic or detail developed
3. Static- character stays the same; no development or change
4. Dynamic- character changes; possibly experiences growth

5. Wednesday, September 6 What type of character is being described? 1.2. 3. 4.

6. Thursday, September 7
In Flowers for Algernon what type of character is Charlie? *Hint: He fits in two categories. Explain your answer for each category in at least two sentences using examples from the text.

7. Friday, September 8 Write the definitions for:
1. Round Character- many characteristics and details developed
2. Flat Character- only one characteristic or detail developed
3. Static- character stays the same; no development or change
4. Dynamic- character changes; possibly experiences growth

8. Character Type and Characterization Quiz
Define each of the character types:
1. Round
2. Flat
3. Dynamic
4. Static

9. Tuesday, August 29 Write the definitions for:
1. Characterization- The development of a character through actions and dialogue.
2. Direct Characterization- author is “directly” telling audience information about character
3. Indirect Characterization- reader must infer character traits through speech, thoughts, effect on others, actions, and looks

10. Thursday, August 31
In Flowers for Algernon does Keyes use indirect or direct characterization in the development of Charlie’s character? Answer in complete sentences using examples from the text.