Freewrite: Respond to the quote below -
“The reason that fiction is more interesting than any other form of literature, to those who really like to study people, is that in fiction the author can really tell the truth without humiliating himself.” --Jim Rohn (American author and speaker)
1. Discuss quote
2. Review/Collect "Writing Rules" Reflection
3. Focus Characterization: Process a writer uses to create and develop characters.
Techniques involve describing:
--physicality
--actions
--speech
--thoughts
--other characters' thoughts
--direct narrative commentary
Assignment: Write a 2 page character sketch utilizing all characterization techniques
**Begin Rough Draft......Hint: Don't be distracted by "plot"
Activity: With a partner, identify your favorite literary characters. Examine what character traits make them most memorable. Make a list of these traits for at least 2 characters
*15 mins: Share.
