AP Lit Essential Skills Unit 1

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What do characters' choices reveal about them?

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Characters' choices reveal what they value.

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Who can give descriptions of characters in a narrative?

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A speaker, narrator, other characters, or the characters themselves can give descriptions of characters.

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What contributes to a character's perspective?

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Background, personality traits, biases, and relationships all contribute to a character's perspective.

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Can a character's perspective be shaped by their environment?

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True, a character's perspective can be shaped and revealed by the environment in which the character exists.

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Which type of narrator may not be affected by the events of the narrative?

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Third-person narrators may not be affected by the events of the narrative.

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Define 'characterization'.

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Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization explicitly describes a character's traits, while indirect characterization reveals traits through actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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What is a 'narrative perspective'?

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Narrative perspective refers to the viewpoint from which a story is told, influencing how events and characters are perceived.

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What is the role of a 'protagonist' in a story?

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The protagonist is the main character around whom the story revolves, often facing a central conflict.

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What is a 'theme' in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work.