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NZ AND KT KAZOO 4EVER

 Character Analysis
Worksheet
NZ AND KT KAZOO 4EVER

Directions: Choose a scene from the play that features the character
you are analyzing. Thoroughly read the scene and take notes. Use your
notes to answer the questions about your character.

Student's Name:__________________________ Character's Name:__________________________

Play/Scene:_____________________________

Objectives
The objective is what your character wants in the scene or throughout the play.

Short-term Objective (for this scene):

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Long-term Objective (for the entire play):

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Motivations
Motivation is why your character wants what they want. It's the reason behind their objective.

Short-term Motivation (for this scene):

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Long-term Motivation (for the entire play):

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Tactics
Tactics are how your character tries to get what they want. They are the actions your character
takes to achieve their objective.

List three tactics your character might use in this scene:

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Worksheet
NZ AND KT KAZOO 4EVER

Reflection
How does your character's objective change throughout the play?
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How does your character's motivation influence their actions and decisions?
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How do the tactics reflect your character's personality and circumstances?

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Additional Notes
Use this space to jot down any additional thoughts, observations, or questions about your
character. Consider their background, relationships with other characters, emotional state, etc.

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