Character Worksheet

     Due to unknown reasons, this posted malfunctioned within a week after being posted. I recreated it to the best of my ability, but it may not completely line up with the earlier version.  

     One of the most common pieces of advice that you will hear as an author is "get to know your character". Developing your character can be a tricky process, and some people may need a little kickstart into it. That's why I've created a worksheet to help you start off your character development.
     Enjoy!

  1. Full Name?
  2. Nickname(s)?
  3. Age?
  4. Social Status?
  5. What Was Important To The People Who Raised Them?
  6. Family Background?
  7. Education?
  8. Interests?
  9. Typical Phrases/Expressions?
  10. What One Negative Word Describes Them?
  11. What One Positive Word Describes Them?
  12. How Do Other People View Them?
  13. Who Depends On Them And Why?
  14. Who Do They Most Admire?
  15. Who Do They Look Down On?
  16. Optimistic Or Pessimistic?
  17. Realistic Or Imaginative?
  18. Reliable Or Unreliable?
  19. Absentminded Or Focused?
  20. What Virtue Do They Embody (Patience, Kindness, Politeness, Courage, etc)?
  21. What Negative Character Trait Do They Demonstrate (Short Temper, Fearfulness, Coldness, etc)?
  22. What Do People Notice First About Their Personality?
  23. What Do People Like Best About Their Personality?
  24. What Do People Dislike Most About Them?
  25. How Would They Describe Themself?
  26. Ways To Cheer Them Up?
  27. Ways To Annoy Them?
     I hope that this worksheet gave you a boost in developing your character! Have fun as you continue to delve into your character's past and personality. 
     Have a wonderful week!
     ~Madelyn

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