characterization lesson

The leading character, hero, or heroine of a drama or other literary work.

A figure of speech in which an idea or thing is given human attributes and/or feelings, or is spoken of as if it were human.

Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

the lesson about life or human nature that a story teaches

• theme

• symbolism

• personification

• metaphor

TRUE OR FALSE? 
In one of the Star Wars movies, a character named Jar Jar Binks remains consistently annoying throughout the film and he does not really change. This makes him a dynamic character. 

• True 
• False 

What literary element does this picture best describe?

• Character
• Setting
• Theme
• Plot

TRUE OR FALSE?
In the book (and movie) "Holes", Stanley Yelnats is central to the story. The plot revolves mainly around him. He is an example of an antagonist. 

• True 
• False

TRUE OR FALSE?
In the book (and movie) Harry Potter, the main character starts off as a powerless young boy to a powerful wizard. This makes him a static character. 

• True 
• False

TRUE OR FALSE? 
Gale Hawthorne, a character in "The Hunger Games," is someone who does not really develop or change over time. This makes him a static character. 

• True 
• False 

exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally

• metaphor

• imagery

• diction

• hyperbole