Characterization NotesCharacterization NotesWhat is characterization? How does an

author accomplish it?

-Characterization is the process of conveying information about characters in fiction.

-Characters are presented though actions, dialogue, their thoughts, as well as descriptions.

-Usually at the beginning of a story, a character is presented with a conflict that must be resolved.

-By the end of a story the character should change or grow.

Characterization NotesCharacterization NotesWays to know a character

-Appearance how the character looks how the character dresses

 -Thoughts and Conversation what the character says, thinks, or feels what others in the story say about the character

 -Actions what the character does what the character chooses not to do what others in the story do to the main character

Characterization NotesCharacterization NotesHow does an author create a

good character? The character must be . . .

- believable- consistent- memorable- grow and change over time

Characters in LiteratureCharacters in LiteratureDynamic – Undergo a significant

change throughout the book (George)

Static – Do not undergo significant change throughout the book (Lennie)

Character Groups – Period Character Groups – Period 44Anna Rose, Jenae, Louisa

(Curley’s Wife)Morgan, Travis, Allie (Curley)Mel, Desirae, Sam (Crooks)Ayla, Maria, Emily (Lennie)Sophie, Cierra, Max (Candy)Nathan, Justin, Edenne (Slim)Madeline, Madi, Yadira (George)

Character Groups – Period Character Groups – Period 66Holly, Jackie, Jack D., Joe (Curley’s

Wife)Hailey, Tyler, Devan, Christine

(Crooks)Caroline, Claire, Drew, Rollin (Candy)Arie, Dylan, Marissa, Jack S. (Curley)Madeleine, Jennye, Denisse (Slim)David, Luis, Magda, Zoey (Lennie)Nathan, Elizabeth, Angel (George)