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Dramatic characterization is the over-telling of the characteristics of a character. This may be done directly by the author, or through actions.
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Indirect characterization relies on inferences, where is direct characterization does not.-Apex
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The townspeople are shocked and angry at Colonel Sherburn for killing Boggs, but they are also afraid to do anything about it because of Sherburn's reputation for violence. Some may feel that Boggs had it coming due to his own behavior, while others may see Sherburn's actions as unjustified.
Sherburn shoots and kills Boggs, a drunkard who threatens violence towards him. Sherburn's actions serve as a warning to the townspeople about the consequences of acting out violently.
In his speech to the mob, Sherburn criticizes their cowardice and lack of integrity. He asserts that they lack the courage to take responsibility for their actions and are easily swayed by emotions. Sherburn challenges the mob to stand up for themselves and act with conviction.
Dramatic characterization is the over-telling of the characteristics of a character. This may be done directly by the author, or through actions.
speech, actions, direct characterization, private thoughts, opinions of other characters, and appearance.
In "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," "the Child of Calamity" is a character referred to as Colonel Sherburn. He is a deeply flawed and feared figure in the town, known for his past violent deeds and his unpredictable nature. Huck witnesses firsthand the consequences of his violent actions during an intense confrontation.
Some characterization techniques used in short stories include direct characterization (where a character's traits are explicitly stated by the author), indirect characterization (revealing a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, or dialogue), and dynamic characterization (showing how a character changes or evolves throughout the story). Other techniques include character foils (contrasting characters to highlight specific traits) and round characters (characters with complex and multi-dimensional personalities).
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Indirect characterization is a literary term that describes when the qualities of a character become evident through their actions and dialogue. Direct characterization occurs when the author explicitly states something about a character.
The six characterization terms are: physical description, actions and behaviors, thoughts and feelings, dialogue, background information, and relationships with other characters.
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