Understanding Characters in Stories

What is a character trait?

• A physical location where people gather.

• A type of clothing worn by individuals.

• A distinguishing quality or characteristic of an individual.

• A method of communication between people.

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Which of the following is an example of a character trait?

• intelligence

• honesty

• kindness

• strength

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How can a character's relationships affect the story?

• Character relationships are irrelevant to character development.

• Relationships only matter in the beginning of the story.

• Character relationships have no effect on the story.

• Character relationships significantly impact the story by influencing plot development and character growth.

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What does it mean for a character to develop?

• Character development is only about a character's relationships with others.

• Character development refers to the physical appearance of a character.

• A character remains the same throughout the story.

• Character development means a character undergoes growth or change over the course of a story.

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Which point of view uses 'I' or 'we'?

• Second-person point of view

• First-person point of view

• Objective point of view

• Third-person point of view

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How does a character's background influence their traits?

• A character's background has no effect on their traits.

• A character's background influences their traits by shaping their values, beliefs, and behaviors based on their upbringing and experiences.

• A character's background only influences their relationships with other characters.

• A character's traits are solely determined by their physical appearance.

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What is the main purpose of character development?

• To focus solely on the setting rather than the characters.

• To introduce unnecessary complexity to the story.

• To create relatable and dynamic characters that evolve throughout a story.

• To provide a static background for the plot.

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Which of the following best describes a protagonist?

• A minor character who supports the main character.

• The antagonist in a story.

• The main character in a story.

• The setting of the story.

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How can a character's actions reveal their traits?

• A character's actions reveal their traits by showcasing their values and emotional responses.

• A character's actions are irrelevant to their traits.

• A character's traits are only revealed through dialogue.

• A character's actions do not change their personality.

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What is the effect of a character's relationships on their decisions?

• A character's decisions are solely based on their personal goals.

• A character's relationships have no effect on their decisions.

• A character's relationships only complicate their decision-making process.

• A character's relationships greatly impact their decisions by influencing their motivations, values, and emotional responses.

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