Writing Tip - Characterization

Question 1

direct characterization

Answer 1

• characters are described by narrator

Question 2

indirect characterization

Answer 2

• characters thoughts are revealed
• characters actions are described
• what other characters think about the character
• dialog: what the characters say

Question 3

direct revalation

Answer 3

• the narrator makes direct statements about ht character’s traits through descriptive narration
• use when you want to make a point about a character and the plot of your story is more one of experience than of action, use direct character revelation

Question 4

indirect revelation

Answer 4

• other characters reveal the character’s traits by what they say about the character, by the way they react. dialogue is part of the indirection revelation
• use when your story is one of suspense or action, you may want to reveal your characters more indriectly