Understanding Key Terms

Front

What is a character with multiple or conflicting motivations called?

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Complex Character

Front

What does it mean to examine carefully to understand parts and how they work together?

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Analyze

Front

In the context of citing textual evidence, what does 'Support' mean?

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To provide proof or evidence.

Front

What is the term for starting a story in the middle of events?

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In medias res

Front

Which term refers to language that goes beyond the literal meaning?

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Figurative Meaning

Front

What is the term for the main character in a story?

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Protagonist

Front

What is the term for a character that opposes the protagonist?

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Antagonist

Front

What is the term for a character that does not undergo significant change?

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Flat Character

Front

What is the term for a character that is complex and undergoes development?

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Round Character

Front

What does 'Foreshadowing' mean in literature?

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A hint or clue about what will happen later in the story.