Direct Characterization: The writer tells what a character is like by direct comment
Indirect Characterization: the writer shows what the character is like through…
In your own words what are “things” that most good characters need?
TWO ASSIGNMENTS FOR CREATIVE WRITING CLASS:
1) You've started a short story with the line—or some variation of the line—“He/She knew it was stupid, but…” How does this start force you to develop character?
2) In-Class Exercise: Choose a character other than Sammy from the story A & P. Using some of the same techniques that Updike uses, write a scene in which you capture the voice and perspective of the character you choose. You can write from the first person point-of-view, or you can write in third person and look over his shoulder.