English II
As part of our study of the novel Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck, you will be writing a character analysis essay. Below are the criteria of this assignment.
Criteria
Choose a character to analyze. ♦ George, Lennie, Slim, Curly, Curly’s Wife
Identify one dominant characteristic of that character. ♦ DO NOT choose a physical characteristic. ♦ Choose a PERSONALITY trait.
Develop your analysis of the character by finding and analyzing direct quotations from the novel based on the following: ♦ How is that particular trait exemplified by the character’s Dialogue? Actions? Physical appearance? ♦ How is that particular trait reinforced by what another character’s …show more content…
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1. Topic Sentence: (Character’s name) clearly possesses the trait of (list trait) as exemplified by his/her dialogue. a) Provide a passage where the character is using dialogue. Quote:
What does he/she say & how does it reveal the character trait and they type of character he/she is?
2. Topic Sentence: (Character’s name) clearly possesses the trait of (list trait) as exemplified by his/her actions. b) Provide a passage that narrates the character’s actions. Quote:
How does he/she behave and how does it reveal the character trait and the type of character he/she