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English 103 October 2011 Agenda
I. Test III. Complete Characterizations
Class workIII. Notes – Character Chart
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
Characters and CharacterizationsCharacter – a story’s actorCharacter 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 traitsRounded Character – many personality traits
Dynamic Character – changes in an important wayStatic Character – remains the same
Stock Character – fits our notions of a “type”, like a policeman or a waitress.
Character – NotesCharacter Name
Flat Round Dynamic Static Stock Traits (at least one)
Patrick Maloneyambitious, cowardly
Mary Maloney
Jack Noonan
Sam, the grocer
Mama Johnson
Maggie Johnson
Dee (Wangero)
Hakim-a-Barber
Character – NotesCharacter Name
Flat Round Dynamic Static Stock Traits (at least one)
Patrick Maloney ambitious, cowardly
Mary Maloney loving, impulsive, clever
Jack Noonan caring, diligent
Sam, the grocer helpful
Mama Johnson simple, self-reliant
Maggie Johnson shy, modest, self-conscious
Dee (Wangero) selfish, overconfident
Hakim-a-Barber friendly, supportive
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