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Which of the following best defines a character sketch?
Select the best option. 

character sketch writing english

  1. A written analysis of a character's role in a plot

  2. A brief introduction to the story of a character

  3. A written description of the relationships of a character

  4. A written description of the qualities of a character

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Choice D is correct as a charcter sketch descibes the character. Choice A is wrong as the role of the character would tell the story or make the story move forward. Choice B is wrong as an introduction to the story is not a character sketch. Choice C is wrong relationships do not make a character sketch

Fill in the blank with a suitable option:
A character sketch should ______________.

character sketch writing english

  1. be a page long

  2. arranged in 5 paragraphs

  3. at least 2 paragraphs long

  4. include sufficient detail

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Correct Option: D
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: There is no limit on how much should be written about the character.
Option B: An essay is ideally in 5 paragraphs. It is not necessary for a character sketch to be in the same format.
Option C: Similarly, there is no limit on how much detail should be written and in how many paragraphs.
Hence options A, B and C are wrong.
Option D: The purpose of the sketch is to include sufficient detail about the character, his likes and dislikes, feelings, and aspects that describe him as a person.
Hence option D is correct.

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

character sketch writing english

  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

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Correct Option: B
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'.

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

character sketch writing english

  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

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Correct Option: C

Choose the best answer for the following question:

Which of the following could best help in writing a character sketch?

character sketch writing english

  1. the character's date of birth

  2. the character's parents' names

  3. the character's hair color

  4. the character's feelings

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Correct Option: D
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: As mentioned above, a character can be portrayed best by describing how they think and feel 'state of mind as shaped by former experiences'. The writer describes the character so that the reader can understand it better. The understanding will come through when the reader identifies with the thoughts and emotions of the character. Hence option D is correct.
Options A, B and C:
The date of birth, parents' names and 'hair colour' do not describe the character in its best possible way. It does not help the reader understand the character.
Hence these options are wrong.

Which of the following could best help in writing a character sketch?
Select the best option. 

character sketch writing english

  1. the character's favorite song

  2. the character's favorite movie

  3. the way the character talks

  4. the character's dog's name

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Correct Option: C
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."

The closest way of portraying a character, from these options, is 'the way the character talks'. This is the trait of a character, and can help the reader form an image of the character in mind.
His favourite song, movie, or dog's name are external factors that do not shape the character.
Hence option C is correct and A, B and D are wrong.

Select the best option. 

A character sketch should be which of the following? 

character sketch writing english

  1. brief

  2. lengthy

  3. self-explanatory

  4. descriptive

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Choice C and D are correct as a character sketch has to describe the personality and physical attributes of the character.  t can be about one selfalso.Choice A is wrong as a brief character sketch would not be enough Choie B is wrong as lenghty character sketch would bore the reader.  

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

character sketch writing english

  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

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Correct Option: A
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.

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 _____________________.

character sketch writing english

  1. a plot or significant action

  2. a detailed description of the character

  3. incidents involving the character

  4. a structure or organization

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Correct Option: A
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.

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

character sketch writing english

  1. realistic yet interesting

  2. realistic yet factual

  3. imaginative yet surprising

  4. descriptive yet concise

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Correct Option: A
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.

Which of the following could best help in writing a character sketch?

character sketch writing english

  1. the way the character walks

  2. the character's house address

  3. the character's dreams

  4. the character's favorite book

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Correct Option: C
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 C: As mentioned above, a character can be portrayed best by describing how they think and feel 'state of mind as shaped by former experiences'. The writer describes the character so that the reader can understand it better. One of the ways the character can be portrayed is by describing their dreams, because it reflects their fears, hopes and aspirations.
Hence option C is correct.
Options A, B and D:
'The way the character walks', 'the character's house address' and 'the character's favourite book' do not describe the character in its best possible way. It does not help the reader understand the character. These are external likes and qualities.
Hence these options are wrong.

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. 

character sketch writing english

  1. first impression of the character

  2. last impression of the character

  3. the actions of the character

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
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'.

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

character sketch writing english

  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

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Correct Option: B
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.

To make a character sketch more interesting, which of the following would be most effective?

character sketch writing english

  1. Convey the character and personality of the character through words.

  2. Convey all the possible traits and qualities you can think of.

  3. Use direct words and active verbs to describe the character.

  4. Convey the character's personality through actions rather than just words.

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Correct Option: D
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: In order to make a character sketch more interesting, one must describe the character by the use of actions rather than words. For example, instead of saying that he likes football, the writer can add an experience that the character had, the first match he went to watch for his favourite sport: football.
Hence option D is correct.
Options A, B and C: These aren't ways to make a character sketch more interesting. They would make it sound dull instead.
Hence these options are wrong.

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

character sketch writing english

  1. their personality

  2. their family background

  3. their problems

  4. their decision-making skills

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Correct Option: A
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.

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

character sketch writing english

  1. makes the sketch interesting

  2. makes the sketch less impactful

  3. makes the reader feel engaged

  4. makes the sketch plot-appropriate

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Correct Option: B
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.

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

character sketch writing english

  1. a common mistake

  2. a misleading detail

  3. an appropriate description

  4. a wise decision

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Correct Option: A
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.

Which of the following is true of a character sketch?
Select the best option. 

character sketch writing english

  1. A physical description should be given first

  2. It may include any form of description of the character

  3. It must be at least 5 paragraphs long

  4. It must contain the name of the character

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Choice B is correct as it must include everything about the character. Choice A is wrong as only physical description is not enough Choice C is wrong as it would become very lenghty Choice D is wrong as only the name of character is not enough

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

character sketch writing english

  1. in the third person

  2. by the character being described

  3. directly, using relevant adjectives

  4. indirectly, by describing their actions

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Correct Option: B

Which of the following may help create a character sketch?

character sketch writing english

  1. physical description

  2. likes and dislikes

  3. personality

  4. All the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Choice D is right as all the above make a character come alive. Choice A alone is wrong, Choice b alone is wrong and Choice C alone is wrong. A character sketch as to tell all things about the character to make the reader understand why the character is the way it is. 

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

character sketch writing english

  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

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Correct Option: B
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. 

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 _____________ .

character sketch writing english

  1. a character sketch

  2. a historical biography

  3. a report

  4. a poem

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Correct Option: A
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.

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

character sketch writing english

  1. in a novel

  2. in a narrative essay

  3. in an advertisement

  4. in a diary entry

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Correct Option: C
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. 

Select the best option to fill in the blank:

Emily Watson never liked socializing. She found peace in being alone and in the imaginary worlds that her book would take her to. She preferred green tea to a can of cola. She would pick a game of chess over a game of poker any day.  

The text is an example of a/an ____________________.

character sketch writing english

  1. Professional biography

  2. Character sketch

  3. Autobiography

  4. Narrative essay

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Correct Option: B
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 given few lines "Emily Watson...  over a game of poker any day." describes the character Emily, her dislikes, hobbies (books), preferences in beverages and games. Hence it is a character sketch and option B is correct.
Option A: A professional biography is a description or summary of someone's professional background, educational history, skill set and /or achievements.
Option C: An autobiography is written by the author about his own life.
Option D: A narrative essay is essentially an essay that the writer writes about an experience of his. It is generally in the first person point of view.
These options do not agree in purpose with the given lines.
Hence options B, C and D are wrong.

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

character sketch writing english

  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

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Correct Option: D
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.

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