Motivations And Implications

Worksheet Description

This Character Analysis worksheet provides students with a comprehensive framework for understanding and dissecting a character’s role in a story. It guides students to fill in key details and answer vital questions, encouraging a thorough analysis:

1. Name, age, gender: Students start by identifying the character’s basic demographics.
2. Physical description: This section prompts students to visualize and describe the character’s appearance based on textual descriptions.
3. Personality Traits: Students list and describe the character’s key personality traits, providing insights into their disposition.
4. Relationships: Students explore the character’s connections with other characters in the story, highlighting their social dynamics.
5. Other information: This open-ended section allows students to include any additional relevant information about the character.
6. What is this character’s story goal? Students analyze the character’s aspirations and motivations, focusing on their primary goal in the narrative.
7. What happens if they don’t do this? This question prompts students to consider the consequences and stakes associated with the character’s goal.

By addressing these facets, students gain a holistic understanding of the character’s role, motivations, and significance within the story, fostering critical thinking and a deeper appreciation for character-driven storytelling.