Characterization
and
Context clues
Week One “the Great Gatsby”
Lesson
Objectives
Define direct and indirect characterization
 Identify methods used in indirect
characterization
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Use context clues to infer word meanings
Common Core Standards
RL.11-12.1
Cite strong and thorough evidence to
support analysis of what the text says
explicitly as well as inferences drawn from
the text, including determining where the
text leaves matters uncertain.
L.11-12.4a
Use context as a clue to the meanings of a
word or phrase.
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Bell Work
Imagine your best friend or a person you
greatly admire.
 Write down three sentence illustrating
qualities that you like or admire about this
person (use specific character traits or
examples of what they have said or done).
 Be prepared to share your answers.
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Discussion
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What techniques did you use to describe
this person?
Characterization
Direct Characterization
 Indirect characterization
- thoughts feelings and actions
- interactions
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Classwork:
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Complete the Characterization part of the
worksheet. This will be turned in for a
grade!
Homework
Read Chapter Three and answer questions
for Friday / Monday
 Read Chapter four and answer questions
for Tuesday / Wednesday
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