English II A Final Exam Review

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What is the point of view in literature?

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The perspective from which a story is told. Common types include first person, second person, and third person (limited and omniscient).

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Define indirect characterization.

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A method of revealing a character's personality through their speech, actions, appearance, and thoughts, rather than through direct statements.

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What is a static character?

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

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What does 'play division' refer to?

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The structure of a play, typically divided into acts and scenes.

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Define a round character.

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A character that is complex and well-developed, often with realistic traits and emotions.

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What is first person point of view?

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A narrative perspective where the story is told from the viewpoint of a character using 'I' or 'we'.

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Explain the difference between flat and round characters.

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Flat characters are simple and lack depth, while round characters are complex and fully developed.

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What is direct characterization?

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A method of character development where the author explicitly describes a character's traits.

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Define dynamic character.

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A character who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.

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What is the role of a foil character?

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A character who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities.