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Dynamic character

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A character who grows, learns, or changes as a result of the story's action.

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Resolution

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The very end of a traditional story's plot, where all the loose ends are tied up.

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Characterization

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The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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Rising action

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The part of a story's plot where the problems begin to build.

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Personification

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A type of figurative language that gives human traits to animals, plants, objects, and other non-human things.

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Static character

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A character who does not change or grow throughout the story.

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Protagonist

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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Antagonist

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A character or force in conflict with the protagonist.

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Exposition

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The introduction of background information in a story, including setting and characters.

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Climax

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of a story, often the turning point.