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Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
You need  ______________ in order to create a character sketch.

  1. all the information about a character

  2. a clear idea of the personality of the character

  3. a detailed account of the history of the character

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

Options A and B:
A character sketch gives the reader an idea about the character's personality, rather than everything about it. The sketch is made for the reader to understand how the character thinks and feels. This expresses personality.
You don't need all the information about the character, as it wouldn't help the reader as much to understand the character.
Hence option A is wrong and B is right.
Option C: It is not necessary to know the detailed history of the character, what shapes a character is how he talks, thinks, feels and behaves.
Hence option C is wrong.
Option D is wrong as only one answer is right 'B'.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
A character sketch is usually written ___________ . 

  1. before the character has been identified completely

  2. after planning out the role of the character in the story

  3. from the point of view of someone else

  4. by the character themselves
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A character sketch is typically written by an author or observer from an external perspective, describing the character's traits, appearance, and motivations.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
You need not ______________ in order to create a character sketch.

  1. know everything about the character

  2. predict how the character would behave

  3. assess how your character fits into the plot

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

It's not necessary to know all possible details about the character. Simple things that made the character more human to the reader are required.
Hence option A is incorrect.
Option B: A character sketch is made partly so that the reader can predict how the character would behave.
Option C: One of the reasons behind a character sketch is to judge or gauge how the character fits into the plot.
These are required, and the character sketch cannot do without these.
Hence options B and C are wrong.
For this reason, option D is also wrong.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Fill in the blank with a suitable option:
A character sketch which is used as a short story or a narrative on its own usually lacks _____________________.

  1. a plot or significant action

  2. a detailed description of the character

  3. incidents involving the character

  4. a structure or organization
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation
Option A:
A character sketch is 'a written description of a person's qualities'.
"Besides being an essay type that students write in composition classes, fiction authors can use character sketches in their pre-writing or drafting stages of short stories or novels as a means to develop the people who'll inhabit the world they're creating." But, character sketches are limited to the personality of that character and certain incidents that shape the character. They do not focus on the plot, but the character.
Hence, the character sketch lacks plot or significant action and option A is correct.
Option B: A character sketch is a detailed description of the character. Hence it cannot be lacking it, and option B is wrong.
Option C: A character sketch may involve incidents with regards to the character.
Option D: A character sketch that is used as a short story does require a structure, or an order under which the character builds. Without a structure, the narrative would be incomplete.
Hence, options B, C and D are wrong.
Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
A character sketch should be ______________.

  1. realistic yet interesting

  2. realistic yet factual

  3. imaginative yet surprising

  4. descriptive yet concise
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

Option A: This is the most appropriate, logical option. A character should, while being realistic, should also be interesting. It should engage the reader in a way that he or she wants to know more about this character. Hence option A is correct.
Option B: 'Realistic' and 'factual' have similar meanings. 'Yet' presents a contrast between two things, not similarities.
Option C: A character sketch should not be imaginative, but realistic. An imaginative character sketch would require action and plot, which are not a part of a character's sketch.
Option D: 'Descriptive' and 'concise' are two opposites (on extremes), and we can't include both aspects while writing a character sketch. It's either descriptive or concise.
Hence options B, C and D are wrong.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Choose the best option to fill in the blank:
In a character sketch, the __________________ should fit with the character's personality in the rest of the story. 

  1. first impression of the character

  2. last impression of the character

  3. the actions of the character

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

Option A: The first impression of a character always sticks with the reader. Hence it should fit with the character's personality in the rest of the story. For example, if the character is a grumpy, angry person at first, who suddenly becomes kind and caring at some point, the reader would get confused about that character. (Unless the plot involves a hidden personality of that character.) Hence option A is correct.
Option B: The last impression shouldn't fit the character's personality since it would confuse the reader. It is said that the first impression is the last impression (and not vice versa).
Option C: 'The actions of the character' will fit with the character's personality, unless there's a backstory given to it. There is no need for an obligation 'should' attached to it.
Hence options B and C are wrong.
Option D is wrong because there is a correct option 'A'.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Fill in the blank with the most suitable option:
A character sketch ______________________.

  1. is only created of the main characters

  2. may be written on any character

  3. is only created of the protagonist

  4. is only created of the antagonist
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

Option B: The character sketch may or may not be formed of the main characters. It can also be about a character who plays a minor but pivotal role, depending on the story itself. Hence there is no compulsion, and option B is correct.
Options A, C and D: The character sketch is not limited to only the main characters, protagonist or antagonist. It can be on a person who's not the main character but plays an important role at some point.
Hence options A, C and D are wrong.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
The habits and hobbies of a character may tell you about _______________ .

  1. their personality

  2. their family background

  3. their problems

  4. their decision-making skills
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

Option A: 'Habits' and 'hobbies' tell you what the character likes to do and his daily way of living. This tells the reader about his personality.
The personality is 'a combination of characters and qualities that form an individual's distinctive character'. The 'habits and hobbies' do bring out the qualities of the character.
 Hence option A is correct.
Option B: The 'habits and hobbies' portray personal qualities of the character. It does not express his family background.
Option C: There is no connection between 'their problems' and 'habits'.
Option D: Similarly, there is no connection between the character's likes 'habits and hobbies' and his ability to make a decision.
Hence options B, C and D are wrong.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
Explicitly stating the psychological or emotional state of the character _________________ .

  1. makes the sketch interesting

  2. makes the sketch less impactful

  3. makes the reader feel engaged

  4. makes the sketch plot-appropriate
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

Option B: By directly stating the psychological or emotional state of the character, we make it sound dull. We must use actions and instances to bring out how the character thinks or feels, or use imagery to display the same. Hence, doing this makes the sketch less impactful.
So, option B is correct.
Option A: It doesn't make the sketch interesting. Directly expressing the states of the character makes it sound dull.
Option C: The reader would not feel engaged, because the writer does not develop the character.
Option D: As the writer does not develop the character, it wouldn't be plot-appropriate.
Hence option A, C and D are wrong.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
Explicitly stating the psychological or emotional state (happy, sad, angry, etc.) of the character is ________________.

  1. a common mistake

  2. a misleading detail

  3. an appropriate description

  4. a wise decision
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."


Option A: By directly stating the psychological or emotional state of the character, we make it sound dull. We must use actions and instances to bring out how the character thinks or feels, or use imagery to display the same. Hence, it's a common mistake that writers make in portraying the character. So, option A is correct.

Option B: It's not 'misleading' because the character's psychological and emotional state is true.
Option C: The description is appropriate in itself, but 'explicitly' stating it degrades the quality of the writing.
Option D: The decision cannot be 'wise', as the writing turns out dull and lifeless.
Hence options B, C and D are wrong.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
A character sketch may not be written ____________________ .

  1. in the third person

  2. by the character being described

  3. directly, using relevant adjectives

  4. indirectly, by describing their actions
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A character sketch is an analysis of a character, usually written by someone else. It would be highly unusual and typically not considered a standard character sketch if written by the character themselves.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
A character sketch should  ________________ .

  1. be very detailed and descriptive

  2. convey the personality of the person

  3. be as short and concise as possible

  4. include only physical description
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Choice B is correct as character sketch should show the personality of the person. Choice A is wrong as a character sketch need not be detailed or descriptive it can touch upon the main aspects of the person. Choice C is wrong as short description would not be enough  judge a character. Choice D is wrong as only physical description would not be enough. 

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:

He was always upset. No matter what people said or did, there was always some fault or deficiency that would never dare miss his eye. His neighbors had stopped coming over with cakes and deserts many years ago, and no one thought it wise to throw a glancing smile at him. They knew better. 

The text is an example of _____________ .

  1. a character sketch

  2. a historical biography

  3. a report

  4. a poem
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

Option A: The given few lines "He was always upset..." describes a person's emotional state, his behaviour towards other people and his general nature. Hence, it is a character sketch and option A is correct.
Option B: A historical biography is a detailed description of a person's life.
Option C: A report is 'a description about something, or information of a person given to someone'.
Option D: A poem is a piece of literary writing that is written in a particular style, diction and is generally in verse form. The words are in rhyme and there is a certain rhythm to the poem.
These options do not agree in purpose with the given lines.
Hence options B, C and D are wrong.

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
A character sketch may not be written ____________________ .

  1. in a novel

  2. in a narrative essay

  3. in an advertisement

  4. in a diary entry
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Choice C is right as character sketch cannot be in an advertisement, which only sells products. Choice A is wrong a it can be in a novel. Choice B is wrong as it can be described in a narrative essay Choice D is wrong as it can show in a diary entry. 

Multiple choice character sketch writing english

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
In a character sketch, the character history  _______________ .

  1. should be lengthy

  2. is as important as the character

  3. should include the major events of the character's life

  4. should not be too lengthy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

"A character sketch is a description made for the purpose of guiding the writer on such assignments as introducing a particular character to the reader in such a way that both the writer and readers can have a quick overview of the character's attributes; including but not limited to physical appearance, idiosyncratic (individual) tendencies in different circumstances, state of mind as shaped by former experiences and how these will affect their future actions."

Option D: There are various aspects to a character. History is just a part of it. Though it's important, it must not be lengthy. The character sketch is not just the history of the character. Hence option D is correct.
Option A: The history shouldn't be lengthy because then the reader would get lost in the middle of the sketch. It should be brief since the sketch is not just the history.
Option B: The history is not as important as the character. It's one aspect of the character. The others include the character's personality, likes, dislikes, hobbies, appearances, style, clothes and so on.
Option C: It is not essential to include the major events of the character's life. If they are not relevant to the story, then they wouldn't be included. Extra information would not help the story.
Hence options A, B and C are wrong.