Characterization

Characterization

Assessment

Flashcard

English

9th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RL.8.3, RL.9-10.3, RL.6.3

+9

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a stock character?

Back

A stock character is a stereotypical character that is easily recognizable and often represents a specific type, such as 'the nerd' or 'the dumb blonde.'

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an antagonist?

Back

An antagonist is a character that opposes the main character (protagonist) in a story, creating conflict, such as Voldemort in Harry Potter.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a side character?

Back

A side character is a character that plays a minor role in the story and is not central to the plot, such as Uncle Ben in Spider-Man.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dynamic character?

Back

A dynamic character is one that undergoes significant internal change throughout the story, such as Simba in The Lion King.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is indirect characterization?

Back

Indirect characterization is a method used by authors to reveal a character's personality through their actions, thoughts, and dialogue rather than through direct statements.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a flat character?

Back

A flat character is a simple character that does not undergo significant change or development throughout the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a round character?

Back

A round character is a complex character that has depth and undergoes development, often showing multiple traits and emotions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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