how to start an essay about a character in the story?

I always had difficulty on how to start an essay. how do I start writing an essay about the characteristics of the character in a story?

you can try starting your essay off defining the characteristic. or tell about a time when you was that way.

What is the story? Who is the character?

Google the name of the story with the name of the character and the word "analysis"
Also try googling the name of the story and character and both words: character analysis

You will get to see what other scholars have written about the character. Your job is to see what they say, and write a paragraph about a point made by somebody. When you go back and read more of the story, you might decide that you agree or disagree. But read and read until you are an expert about it. Read the story, and read what people have written about the character by googling as I explained above.

:-)

Just gather information about your character and make a list with
WHEN

WHAT

HOW

WHY

You can describe him first and why you like him