Christmas Characterization (Okay, so this is not technically an essay, but after writing four-five paragraph answers and a thesis statement, you will have written the equivalent of an essay.)
"A Christmas Memory" Truman Capote
Complex Characterization consists of more than just physical descriptions. Answer these questions and determine whether Buddy and his aunt, Miss Sook, are complex or static characters.
1)How would you describe each character's actions? Pick three actions that each character performs (from the beginning, middle and the end of the story). Explain the actions and what the actions reveal about the character:

2) Can you identify the nature of a conflict or conflicts that involve the characters? What does a focus of the nature of internal conflicts reveal about the possible deeper meanings of the story?
3) Thesis statement that addresses the rolling prompt:
In a well-written essay, analyze the filmmakers' portrayal of Buddy and Sook and how this portrayal explores the complexities of family life and social expectations.
4) Could either of the characters be considered an archetype? Which one(s)? Why or why not?
5) Do the names of the characters hold some significance? Why or why not?

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