How Do You Write A Character Analysis?
• Study a character analysis about a major character in a literary work that you enjoyed. • Read the target literary work paying careful attention to the words, actions, relationships and struggles of all the major characters as well as important minor characters. • Take notes on all important elements that add to the depth of the character as you read the work for a 2nd time. • Prepare an introductory paragraph about the character and the role that he plays in the literary work. • Write about the details that the author uses to create a believable character. • Describe the physical appearance of the character and explain what the appearance reveals about the person. • Discuss the language that the character uses throughout the work. Does the character use the same language throughout the work or does his or her choice of language change from the introduction to the conclusion in any way? • Provide details about the background of the character. Where was the character born and raised?
