Character 25 - ID/Explanation Exercise: Character Studies
Literary Core Skill:
Explain the motivations and obstacles of the characters in various titles.
Resources: Socratic List questions 5, 5a, 6; TC Syllabus sections 4 and 5
Elements of Fiction:
Assignment Type:
Description:
This worksheet presents a list of characters from the current title, each followed by the words, “SAD MAD BAD GLAD.” Students circle one for each and fill in the blank to explain their choices.
Grading Rubric:
Equal parts credit for a) clean grammar/punctuation/spelling and b) plausibility of choice and explanation.