S.T.E.A.L
Below is an example of a characterization of Tessie from the story "The Lottery"
Read carefully and identify the elements of S.T.E.A.L
Tessie Hutchinson is a normal and friendly woman at the beginning of the story. She arrives late and jokes with the other villagers. This shows that she feels comfortable and does not think the lottery is dangerous.
Later, Tessie’s behavior changes. When her family is chosen, she becomes nervous and upset. She starts to complain and says the lottery is not fair.
At the end of the story, Tessie is desperate and afraid. She shouts, “It isn’t fair!” This shows that she is scared and does not want to die.
Overall, Tessie is a character who changes. At first, she accepts the lottery, but when it affects her, she realizes it is wrong.