Unit 5 - Science Fiction/Story Elements Study Guide

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Character vs. Nature

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A struggle against a natural force or environment (e.g., a chemically dangerous atmosphere on a planet).

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Character vs. Society

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A character challenges societal norms or systems (e.g., government controlling people through brain chips).

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Character vs. Technology

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A character faces issues caused by advanced machines, AI, robotics, or some other technology - real or imagined.

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Character vs. Character

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A personal conflict with another individual.

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First Person POV

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"I" or "we" (the narrator is a character in the story).

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Third Person Limited POV

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Narrator knows the thoughts/feelings of only one character.

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Third Person Omniscient POV

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Narrator knows thoughts/feelings of all characters.

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Second Person POV

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Uses “you,” uncommon in fiction.

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Static Character

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Does not change throughout the story.

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Dynamic Character

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Changes or grows by the end.