Characterization feels so natural to focus on with Fried Green Tomatoes. Evelyn's growth is inspiring, Idgie's personality is powerful, and Ruth's innocence can teach a lesson to everyone. Students studying Fried Green Tomatoes connect with at least one, or usually several, of the characters within the movie. These creative writing prompts allow students to put themselves in the character's shoes. You can assess their understanding of the text, and characterization all without them even knowing