1. English 10 3 October 2011 Agenda I.Test I II.Complete Characterizations Class work III.Notes – Character Chart

2. Characterizations 1.Roald Dahl used indirect characterization when he wrote about Mary Maloney: “There was a slow smiling air about her, and about everything she did.” Mary is a happy, content person. Use quotes to provide one characterization for each of the following characters: Mary Maloney, Patrick Maloney, Mama Johnson, Maggie, and Dee (Wangero). State whether the characterization is direct or indirect. “Lamb to the Slaughter” – 316 “Everyday Use” - 77

3. Characters and Characterizations Character – a story’s actor Character Traits – behaviors of a character Direct Characterization – an author states the character’s traits Indirect Characterization – an author reveals traits through a character’s appearance, dialogue, thoughts, and actions. Flat Character – one or two key personality traits Rounded Character – many personality traits Dynamic Character – changes in an important way Static Character – remains the same Stock Character – fits our notions of a “type”, like a policeman or a waitress.

4. Character – Notes Character Name FlatRoundDynamicStaticStockTraits (at least one) Patrick Maloney ambitious, cowardly Mary Maloney Jack Noonan Sam, the grocer Mama Johnson Maggie Johnson Dee (Wangero) Hakim-a-Barber

5. Character – Notes Character Name FlatRoundDynamicStaticStockTraits (at least one) Patrick Maloneyambitious, cowardly Mary Maloneyloving, impulsive, clever Jack Noonancaring, diligent Sam, the grocerhelpful Mama Johnsonsimple, self-reliant Maggie Johnsonshy, modest, self- conscious Dee (Wangero)selfish, overconfident Hakim-a-Barberfriendly, supportive