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Support a Character Choice with a Motive - Practice 1

A believable motive connects a character's desire, knowledge and situation to a choice.

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A believable motive connects a character's desire, knowledge and situation to a choice. It need not make the choice wise or morally right. Select the motive that the supplied scene actually supports rather than inventing a diagnosis or stereotype.

Worked example

Mina takes a longer lit path because the shortcut is unlit and she wants to see her footing. The scene gives a concrete motive.

Mina takes a longer lit path because the shortcut is unlit and she wants to see her footing. The scene gives a concrete motive.
Mina takes a longer lit path because the shortcut is unlit and she wants to see her footing. The scene gives a concrete motive.
Question 1 Fictional character Ari checks a map because the streets are unfamiliar. Which motive is supported?
Question 2 Fictional character Bo repairs a wheel because the model must roll. Which motive is supported?
Question 3 Fictional character Cleo practices a line because the play begins soon. Which motive is supported?
Question 4 Fictional character Dev asks for help because the box is too heavy. Which motive is supported?
Question 5 Fictional character Eli keeps a note because its address will be needed. Which motive is supported?

Make It Your Own

Optional theme: a surprising delivery. Write a scene where an invented character makes an imperfect choice for an understandable reason. Explain the motive without claiming everyone in a group would choose that way. You may draw, write or tell your idea. Use invented characters and places; no personal information or upload is needed. This activity is not scored.

Reflect on your choices

  • Ground the motive in supplied context, not a stereotype.
  • Explain one intentional choice and one possible alternative.
  • There is no required style or single correct creative response.