AP Lit Literary Characters

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What is a stock character?

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A stock character is a type of flat character that embodies stereotypical qualities and becomes a type rather than a real person.

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What is a tragic flaw?

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A tragic flaw is the protagonist's shortcoming that brings about his or her downfall.

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What is an antihero of a literary text?

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An antihero is a protagonist who does not exhibit the traditional, heroic qualities usually associated with the main character.

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What is an epiphany?

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An epiphany is a sudden insight or understanding.

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What is hubris?

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Hubris is the tragic flaw of excessive pride, which generally leads to the character's downfall.

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What is the protagonist of a literary text?

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The protagonist is the main character, usually considered the hero/heroine.

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What is a dynamic character?

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A dynamic character is one who goes through a change during the course of the text.

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Who is the antagonist of a literary text?

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The antagonist is the character who is in opposition to the main character, the protagonist.

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What is a flat character?

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A flat character is one that is not fully developed, defined by singular qualities.

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What are the methods of characterization?

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Methods of characterization are the techniques a writer uses to develop a character.