Character Development Flashcard

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What is a dynamic character?

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A dynamic character is one who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story, often in terms of personality, attitude, or beliefs.

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What is a flat character?

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A flat character is one who is not well-developed and does not undergo significant change or growth in the story.

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often the one with whom the reader is meant to empathize or root for.

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What is a static character?

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A static character is one who does not change internally or externally from the beginning to the end of the story.

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What is an antagonist?

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An antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the story.

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What does it mean for a character to be round?

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A round character is well-developed and complex, with a variety of traits and emotions.

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What is character development?

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Character development is the process by which a character is introduced, advanced, and possibly transformed in a story.

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What is the difference between a major character and a minor character?

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A major character plays a significant role in the story and is often central to the plot, while a minor character has a smaller role and is less developed.

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What is a character arc?

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A character arc is the transformation or inner journey of a character over the course of a story.

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What is the role of a supporting character?

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Supporting characters help to develop the main character and advance the plot, but they are not the focus of the story.