THE WISE

MAN AND
THE FOOLISH
MAN SONG
(The wise man
built his house
upon the
ROCK)3X
And the
Rain
Came
Tumbling
down
 (and the rain
came down and
the floods came
up) 3x
But the house up
on the ROCK
Stood FIRM
(The foolish
man built his
house
upon the
sand)3X
And the
Rain
Came
Tumbling
down
 (and the rain
came down and
the floods came
up) 3x
But the house
upon the sand
fell flat
So build your life on the Lord Jesus Christ,
So build your life on the Lord Jesus Christ,
So build your life on the Lord Jesus Christ,
And the blessings will come down.
The blessings come down as your prayers go
up,
The blessings come down as your prayers go
up,
The blessings come down as your prayers go
up,
So build your life on the Lord.
CHARACTER AND
CHARACTERIZATION
MS. FRANCESE GENEVIEVE D. ORACOY
Language Arts
CHARACTER
This is a part of the elements of a
short story: Character, Setting,
Conflict, Plot, Theme.
Character – this includes humans,
animals, robots, or beings with
supernatural strengths who portrays
role in a certain story. Their decisions
or actions dictate the flow of the story.
Types of Characters
Protagonist (Main Character) Bida
– The protagonist is a character in a work
of fiction whose intentions are the primary
focus of a story.
Ex:
• Kongai
• Katniss
• The Dog
• Naruto, Luffy
Types of Characters
• Antagonist – The antagonist is a
character (or sometimes an institution)
against whom the protagonist/s must
fight. (Contrabida)
Ex: Emperor Yong Lo, The Snake
 Types of characters
Dynamic Character – A dynamic
character is one who undergoes an
important change in the course of the story.

 Good to Bad
 Bad to Good

Ex: The Father

Types of Characters
• Static – Character that has
no development nor
substantial emotional
change.
Ex:
• The Baby
 Types of Characters
• Round Character – Round characters
are realistic human characters with
complex personalities with both good
and bad.
Ex:
• Peeta
• Father
 FLAT CHARACTERS
• Unimportant and one dimensional-
personality characters
• Characters in which depth are not
presented
Ex:
• Bell Smiths
• Mother
Characterization
Characterization is the way in which a writer
reveals the personality of a character.
There are two types of characterization:
• Direct Characterization (EXPLICIT)
- Physical Descriptions
• Indirect Characterization (IMPLICIT)
- Internal Monologue (Internal Voice)
- Actions (Wise or Foolish or Selfish)
- Character’s Voice (The manner in a way that
they talk and the words they most likely use)
 METHODS OF CHARACTERIZATION
DIRECT INDIRECT
CHARACTERIZATION CHARACTERIZATION
• INTERNAL
• PHYSICAL MONOLOGUE (Internal
DESCRIPTION Voice)
(Physical
Descriptions) • ACTIONS (wise, foolish,
selfish decisions)

• CHARACTER’S
VOICE
(The manner in a way they
talk)
Direct Characterization
• The author tells the reader what
the personality of the character
is.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
“He’s good-looking, he’s
strong enough to handle the
work in the mines, and he
can hunt. You can tell by the
EXPLICIT
way the girls whisper about
DETAIL
him when he walks by in
school that they want him”.
Indirect Characterization
• The author shows the reader things that
reveal the personality of the character.

“I reach her just as she is about to mount

the steps. With one sweep of my arm, I
push her behind me. “I volunteer!”
(gasps) “I volunteer as tribute!”
Indirect Characterization
• The author tells the reader what the personality of the
character is.

INTERNAL MONOLOGUE
• In just one look, he catches Katniss’
subtle glance across the room.
“Those eyes, those lovely big brown
eyes; I would love to stare at them
forever,” Jake told to himself.
He slowly walk toward the lady’s
direction as he was building his courage
to ask her for a dance.
Indirect Characterization
“Those eyes, those lovely big brown
eyes; I would love to stare at them
forever,” Jake told to himself.
This implies…
a. Jake hates Katniss.
b. Jake is attracted to Katniss’ eyes.
c. Jake is feeling shy to approach her.
d. Jake wants to marry Katniss for instant.
Indirect Characterization
On the other hand, Katniss’ perspective
INTERNAL MONOLOGUE
• “What a great lovely night to dance. Wait,
why is this man keep STARING AT ME!?
Who is he? Is he such a creep? (looks
away) He seemed so familiar but I can’t
tell. Oh, gosh he is heading my way, what
should I do? (her face slightly turns red
in panic) Where should I hide? Keep
calm. Keep calm. Keep calm.” Katniss
thought to herself, and she said, “Hi!”
Indirect Characterization
Katniss’ internal monologue
is most likely feeling…

a. Attracted to Jake’s physicality

b. Angry at Jake’s frequent stare
c. Happy to welcome Jake at the dance
floor
d. Curious and feeling suspicious about
his stare
Indirect Characterization
• Character’s Voice (The manner
in a way that they talk and the
words they most likely use)
- Does the character swear all the
time or are they academic and
formal? Witty, sarcastic or
intelligent?
CHARACTER’S VOICE
Title: The Lost Book
Setting: The school library, late afternoon. The sun
is setting outside, casting long shadows through
the windows.
________________________________________
Characters:
•LUCAS: A curious student who is always getting
into trouble.
•MIA: Lucas’s best friend, the voice of reason.
•MR. JENKINS: The stern but caring librarian.
________________________________________
Scene 1: The Library
(Lucas and Mia enter the library, looking around
cautiously. Mr. Jenkins is at his desk in the back corner,
sorting books.)
LUCAS: (whispering) Are you sure the book is still here?
MIA: (nodding) Positive. But we’ve got to hurry before Mr.
Jenkins notices us.
(Lucas tiptoes toward a row of bookshelves, scanning the
titles.)
MR. JENKINS: (a big loud voice was heard from across the
room) What are you two up to this time?
LUCAS: (freezing in place) Uh… Anothing! Just…uh…
studying!
MIA: (rolling her eyes) Smooth, Lucas. Real smooth.
Scene 2: The Discovery
(Lucas pulls a dusty old book from the shelf, its cover
gleaming in the fading light.)
LUCAS: (excited) I found it! The legendary book of
mysteries!
MIA: (nervously) Are you sure we should be messing with
this?
(Lucas opens the book, and the lights flicker as a strange
wind blows through the library.)
MR. JENKINS: (sternly/strictly) Put that book back where
you found it, now!
(The scene ends with Lucas and Mia exchanging worried
glances.)
Indirect Characterization
• Internal Monologue (Internal Voice)
- How did they react to the people around them?
or situation around them?
- Are they smiling when they look at somebody
but deep inside they say, “Oh my god this person
just won’t stop talking.”

• Actions (Are the characters decisions Wise or

Foolish or Selfish?)
- Does the character have a tendency to lie just to
have another piece of pizza?
Indirect Characterization - STEAL
Speech What does the character say? How does
the character speak?
Thoughts What is revealed through the character’s
private thoughts and feelings?
Effect on What is revealed through the character’s
others effect on other people? How do other
(others feel characters feel or behave in reaction to
about the the character?
character
Actions What does the character do? How does
the character behave?
Looks What does the character look like? How
does the character dress?
 TYPES OF
COMMUNICATION
AND SOCIAL
GROUP SIZES
DISCOURSE
• An oral presentation differs from a speech in
that it usually has visual aids and may involve
audience interaction; ideas are both shown
and explained. A speech, on the other hand, is
a formal verbal discourse addressing an
audience, without visual aids and audience
participation.
Dialogue
• Dialogue is a conversation between two people.
It can also refer to
the things that are said by the characters in a story, m
ovie, play, etc.
1
.
• Dialogue can be used to end a disagreement or exchange
ideas.
• Dialogue can be written or spoken, and it can have different
purposes and styles depending on the context and the
participants.
Triad
• Dialogue is a conversation among
three people. It can also refer to
the things that are said by the cha
racters in a story, movie, play, etc.
1
.
Debate
debate is a structured, formal discussion or
•
argument in which participants present opposing
viewpoints on a specific topic or issue. Each side
provides evidence and reasoning to support their
stance, with the aim of persuading an audience or
adjudicator.
• Debates often follow a set format, allowing for opening
statements, rebuttals, and closing remarks.
 Diatribe
• A diatribe is a forceful and bitter
verbal or written attack against
someone or something.
• It is often characterized by harsh,
critical, and angry language,
expressing strong disapproval or
condemnation without much room
for balanced or rational argument.
• Diatribes are usually more
emotional than logical and are
aimed at venting frustration or
criticism.
How to Write
Narration
Scripts?
Key Components of Scriptwriting:
1. Characters: The people or beings involved in the story.
o Make sure to create characters with distinct personalities.
2. Setting: The time and place where the story unfolds.
o A brief description is provided at the beginning of each scene.
3. Dialogue: The spoken words of the characters.
o Keep the dialogue natural and fitting for each character’s personality.
4. Stage Directions: Instructions in the script that describe actions,
emotions, or movements.
o Example: [Character walks slowly across the stage].
5. Plot: The sequence of events in the story.
o Make sure your script has a clear beginning, middle, and end.
6. Conflict and Resolution: The main problem of the story and how it is
solved.
o Include a central conflict that drives the plot forward.
PLOT
SCRIPT FORMAT
Script Format:
• Title: Centered at the top of the page.
• Character Names: In BOLD and
CAPITALIZED before dialogue or actions.
• Dialogue: Written below the character’s
name.
• Stage Directions: Italicized and enclosed
in parentheses or square brackets.
SAMPLE
Title: The Lost Book
Setting: The school library, late afternoon. The sun
is setting outside, casting long shadows through
the windows.
________________________________________
Characters:
• LUCAS: A curious student who is always
getting into trouble.
• MIA: Lucas’s best friend, the voice of reason.
• MR. JENKINS: The stern but caring librarian.
________________________________________
Scene 1: The Library
(Lucas and Mia enter the library, looking around cautiously.
Mr. Jenkins is at his desk in the back corner, sorting
books.)
LUCAS: (whispering) Are you sure the book is still here?
MIA: (nodding) Positive. But we’ve got to hurry before Mr.
Jenkins notices us.
(Lucas tiptoes toward a row of bookshelves, scanning the
titles.)
MR. JENKINS: (from across the room) What are you two
up to this time?
LUCAS: (freezing in place) Uh…Anothing! Just…uh…
studying!
MIA: (rolling her eyes) Smooth, Lucas. Real smooth.
Scene 2: The Discovery
(Lucas pulls a dusty old book from the shelf, its cover
gleaming in the fading light.)
LUCAS: (excited) I found it! The legendary book of
mysteries!
MIA: (nervously) Are you sure we should be messing with
this?
(Lucas opens the book, and the lights flicker as a strange
wind blows through the library.)
MR. JENKINS: (sternly) Put that book back where you
found it, now!
(The scene ends with Lucas and Mia exchanging worried
glances.)
Activity: Writing a Script Scene
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into small groups and have each group brainstorm
an idea for a short script. This could be based on a piece of
literature you’ve studied in class, such as a scene from a story or a
play, or an original idea.
2. Have each group create a brief outline for their script, including the
following:
o Characters: Who will be in the scene?
o Setting: Where and when is the scene taking place?
o Conflict: What is the central problem?
o Resolution: How will the problem be solved?
3. Once the outline is complete, have the students write their script,
following the format discussed earlier.
 Criteria Advanced (4) Proficient (3) Developing (2) Beginning (1)

Rubric for Script Writing: Original and highly Engaging script with Some creative elements,
engaging script, with Script lacks creativity and
Creativity creative elements and but the script may lack
interesting characters and originality.
well-developed characters. originality or depth.
a unique plot.

Dialogue fits the

Dialogue is natural, fits Dialogue is basic and Dialogue is unnatural and
characters but may
Dialogue the characters, and drives needs more development does not contribute to
occasionally feel
the plot forward. to fit characters. character or plot.
unnatural.

Clear and well-placed Stage directions are

Few or unclear stage Little to no stage
Stage Directions stage directions that present but could be more
directions. directions are provided.
enhance the scene. descriptive or clearer.

Script has a clear Script is somewhat

Script is mostly well-
beginning, middle, and organized but lacks a Script is disorganized and
Structure structured but may have
end with a strong central clear beginning, middle, difficult to follow.
minor inconsistencies.
conflict. or end.

All group members Group members worked Group cooperation was

contributed equally, and well together, but some uneven, with some Group did not work
Team Collaboration
the group worked well contributions were members not contributing together effectively.
together. uneven. fully.
1. Know your audience
• You need to build a profile on
your target audience that
contains their age,
backgrounds, and interests.
• You can craft a narration script
that incorporates elements that
your audience can relate to,
which boosts their engagement
• For children vs for grown ups
2. Tell a cohesive story
• Narration scripts are detailed and
descriptive
• So the trick is balancing creativity
with simplicity.
• Use evocative adjectives to
describe important parts of the
narrative, but keep your main plot
lines cohesive and relatable.
3. Keep it conversational
• A narration script is usually just
one voice explaining a story or a
series of events, so
conversational writing is key.
• Keep your script natural
• Use the profile you built on your
target audience and visualize how
you would speak to them in real
life.
4. Craft a strong intro and outro
• A narration script needs to grab your
listener’s attention with the first
sentence.
• It can be a powerful statement or even a
witty one-liner, but it must hook your
audience so they stay tuned to the rest of
the narration.
• Finally, your concluding paragraph needs
to wrap up the stories of all your
characters, explain the outcome, and
give your audience something to
remember as they walk away.
REVIEW
BEFORE THE
QUIZ
 1. THE HERO
OF THE STORY
PROTAGONIST
 2. SOMEONE WHO
WORKS AGAINST THE
MAIN CHARACTER
ANTAGONIST
 3. THE MAIN
FOCUS OF THE
PROTAGONIST
STORY
4. THE VILLAIN
OF THE STORY
ANTAGONIST
 5. THE CHARACTER WHO
UNDERGOES AN
IMPORTANT CHANGE IN THE
DYNAMIC
COURSE OF THE STORY.
 6. SLIGHTLY
UNIMPORTANT/ LESS
SIGNIFICANT
FLAT
CHARACTER
7. THE CHARACTER WHO
STAYS THE SAME ALL
THROUGHOUT THE
STATIC
STORY.
• 8. THE CHARACTER WHO HAS
COMPLEX PERSONALITIES AND
COMBINATION OF POSITIVE
AND NEGATIVE ASPECTS.
ROUND
9. CHARACTERS WITH LITTLE
TO NO COMPLEX EMOTIONS,
NO PERSONAL GOALS OR ONE

FLAT
DIMENSIONAL PERSONALITY
10. GIVE ME DIRECT
CHARACTERIZATION
PHYSICAL
DESCRIPTION
1. INTERNAL MONOLGUE
11-13. GIVE ME INDIRECT
2. ACTIONS
CHARACTERIZATION
3. CHARACTER’S VOICE