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Character Motivation. Types. Courageous Materialistic Calculating Sensitive Egotistic. Courageous- brave: possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching. Examples: Being open and honest no matter what.
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Types • Courageous • Materialistic • Calculating • Sensitive • Egotistic
Courageous- brave: possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching Examples: Being open and honest no matter what.
Materialistic-The theory or attitude that physical well-being and worldly possessions (material things) constitute the greatest good and highest value in life. Examples: What is the first thing that usually happens when you become engaged? Your friends will often ask you about the engagement ring? Watch out if you don't follow the traditions of having an engagement ring or having the biggest and best diamond!!!
Calculating- Coldly scheming or conniving,selfishly Examples: The calculating defense of an experienced attorney
Sensitive- being susceptible to the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others Example: The new governor is sensitive to the local community and its needs.
Egotistic-A conceited, boastful person; a selfish, self-centered person Examples: Creon had too much arrogance to admit he was wrong and free AntigoneAntigone was arrogant in knowing that she would probably get caught and be executed for burying Polyneices and she did it anyways.
Prepare for the Test • Read over background notes (on my website if you lost yours) • Study questions • Character motivations
Help Hints • Know what The Crucible symbolizes in this play • What is the year this play takes place? • What town is the play set in?
Group Activity I will give you a Flashcard with one of the 5 types on it. Define the word (with a dictionary). State which character it BEST describes and explain why, using examples.