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What is Characterization ?

What is Characterization ?. It is the method used by a writer to develop a character. By (1) showing the character's appearance (2) showing a character’s actions, thoughts, and words, (3) getting the reactions of other characters. . Direct Characterization….

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What is Characterization ?

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  1. What is Characterization ? • It is the method used by a writer to develop a character. • By (1) showing the character's appearance (2) showing a character’s actions, thoughts, and words, (3) getting the reactions of other characters.

  2. Direct Characterization… is when the writer says directly what a character's personality is and tells what the character is like. • Example: Ed Johnson scratched his head in confusion as the sales rep explained Dralco’s newest engine performance diagnostic computer. The old mechanic hated modern electronics, preferring the old days when all he needed was a stack of manuals and a good set of tools.

  3. Indirect Characterization… • Is when the writer gives readers clues about a character and his personality through that character's thoughts, words, and actions, and what other characters think or say about them. • Example: “That Ed Johnson,” said Anderson, watching the old mechanic scratch his head in confusion as the sales rep explained Dralco’s newest engine performance diagnostic computer. “He hasn’t got a clue about modern electronics. Give him a good set of tools and a stack of yellowing manuals with a carburetor needing repair, and he’d be happy as a hungry frog in a fly-field.”

  4. How would you describe this person’s physical appearance?

  5. What is this character like?

  6. What about this character?

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