Exploring Characterization Techniques in Creative Writing
Discover various forms of character development such as action verbs, linking verbs, direct and indirect characterization through a story involving Ponyboy, Sodapop, and Darry from "The Outsiders." Practice literary analysis and writing skills by crafting a fan fiction scene with these characters.
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Do Now: Please complete the worksheet on the podium
Verb: a word that expresses an action or state of being I dropped the plate. My dog was frightened. She barked loudly. She looked very nervous.
Action Verbs: a verb that tells something is happening, has happened, or will happen I dropped the plate. She barked loudly.
Linking Verbs: do not tell about an action, just that something exists Link the subject with some other word or words that describe it My dog was frightened. She looked very nervous.
PSSA Practice Read the sample passage and answer the questions that follow
Please get out your Outsiders homework
What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?
Ponyboy Direct Characterization Indirect Characterization Sentence summing him up
Sodapop Direct Characterization Indirect Characterization Sentence summing him up
Darry Direct Characterization Indirect Characterization Sentence summing him up
Share with a partner How did you describe the boys house?
Share out: How did you describe the boys house?
Creative Writing (Fan Fiction) Using what you know about the three characters, write a scene in which all three of them interact in some way Be sure to use direct and indirect characterization as you write!
Share your scene with a partner
