Types of Characters and Characterization

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing challenges and driving the plot forward.

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Can the protagonist be a bad person?

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Yes, a protagonist can be a morally ambiguous or bad person.

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What is a flat character?

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A character that is not well-developed and does not change throughout the story.

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What is a round character?

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A well-developed character that has depth and complexity, often undergoing change.

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What is a dynamic character?

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A character that undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.

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What is a static character?

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A character that does not undergo significant change throughout the story.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the story.

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What are the two methods of characterization?

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Direct and Indirect characterization.

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What is direct characterization?

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The author explicitly describes a character's traits.

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What is indirect characterization?

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The author reveals a character's traits through their actions, thoughts, and dialogue.