Exploring Character

Question 1

round character

Answer 1

• a character the readers knows a lot about

- well developed characteristics

Question 2

flat character

Answer 2

a character the reader hardly knows anything about that is usually created to move the plot

Question 3

foil (flat character)

Answer 3

opposite characters whom are unlike the other characters

Question 4

stock character (flat character)

Answer 4

• fulfill a stereotypical role

- ruthless businessman, mad scientist, dumb blonde cheerleader

Question 5

static character

Answer 5

characters who do not change

Question 6

dynamic character

Answer 6

characters who change and grow throughout the story

Question 7

five ways an author reveals characterization

Answer 7

• thoughts
• actions
• reaction
• words
• direct: the author states in the narration directly

Question 8

protagonist

Answer 8

the character facing the conflict

Question 9

antagonist

Answer 9

the force that works against the protagonist

Question 10

indirect characterization is often accomplished through

Answer 10

dialogue, comment about the character by others…

Question 11

what is not true of the antagonist

Answer 11

is always a round character

Question 12

not true of flat characters

Answer 12

often dynamic characters