Types of Characters Review

The main character. Readers are usually rooting for this character to succeed.

• protagonist

• antagonist

• minor character

• dynamic character

• static character

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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The character or force in conflict with a main character. This character causes problems for the protagonist.

• protagonist

• antagonist

• minor character

• dynamic character

• static character

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A less important character who interacts with the main characters and helps to move the plot forward.

• minor character

• dynamic character

• static character

• round character

• flat character

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A character who undergoes a significant inner change. This character learns and grows because of the plot events. This character's change will often affect other characters.

• minor character

• dynamic character

• static character

• round character

• flat character

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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A character who doesn't undergo an important inner change. This character remains the same, despite plot events.

• minor character

• dynamic character

• static character

• round character

• flat character

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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A well-developed character with multiple lifelike traits and emotions. These characters are often dynamic as well.

• minor character

• dynamic character

• static character

• round character

• flat character

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.8.3

A one-dimensional character with one or two personality traits. Readers don't learn much about this type of character. These characters are easy to describe.

• minor character

• dynamic character

• static character

• round character

• flat character

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3