Exploring Character Types and Development

What is a protagonist?

• The antagonist in a story.

• A minor character in a story.

• The setting of a story.

• The main character in a story.

What is an antagonist?

• A character or force that opposes the protagonist.

• A setting that enhances the story.

• A plot twist that resolves the conflict.

• A character that supports the protagonist.

Identify a character type that supports the main character.

• sidekick

• mentor

• love interest

• antagonist

Describe a flat character and provide an example.

• Mr. Collins from 'Pride and Prejudice'

• Sherlock Holmes from 'A Study in Scarlet'

• Elizabeth Bennet from 'Pride and Prejudice'

• Jay Gatsby from 'The Great Gatsby'

What are dynamic characters?

• Dynamic characters are characters that experience significant growth or change throughout a narrative.

• Dynamic characters are static and do not change throughout the story.

• Dynamic characters are only found in non-fiction narratives.

• Dynamic characters are those that are always the same from beginning to end.

How do static characters differ from dynamic characters?

• Static characters are more complex than dynamic characters.

• Static characters evolve while dynamic characters do not.

• Static characters do not change; dynamic characters evolve.

• Dynamic characters remain unchanged throughout the story.

What traits define a hero in literature?

• Lack of ambition and drive

• Bravery, selflessness, moral integrity, resilience, and the ability to inspire others.

• Indifference to others' suffering

• Cowardice and selfishness

What role does a mentor character play in a story?

• A mentor character provides guidance, support, and wisdom to the protagonist.

• A mentor character is a source of conflict for the protagonist.

• A mentor character only appears in flashbacks.

• A mentor character serves as the main antagonist.

Analyze the traits of a villain in a popular book or movie.

• A villain must have superhuman powers.

• A villain is always a comic relief character.

• A villain typically embodies traits like ambition, ruthlessness, and a complex backstory.

• A villain is typically a sidekick to the hero.

What is character development?

• Character development is the act of creating a plot twist.

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

• Character development is the process of writing a character's backstory.

• Character development is the process of evolving a character's personality, motivations, and relationships over the course of a story.