Character Development Quiz

Which are characteristics of a "ROUND" character? (Choose more than one answer.)

• Various Traits

• Can Change and Grow

• Only see one side of this character

Answer explanation

A 'ROUND' character is defined by having various traits and the ability to change and grow throughout the story. In contrast, seeing only one side of a character describes a 'FLAT' character, which does not apply here.

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Which of the following is NOT a trait of a "DYNAMIC" character?

• We only see one side of this character.

• This character changes and grows over time.

• This character has multiple traits.

Answer explanation

A "DYNAMIC" character is defined by change and complexity. The statement "We only see one side of this character" indicates a lack of depth and growth, making it the trait that does NOT belong to a dynamic character.

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Pinocchio is a selfish, lying child. He changes into a truthful hero. This is an example of?

• Round character

• Flat character

• Dynamic character

Answer explanation

Pinocchio's transformation from a selfish liar to a truthful hero illustrates a dynamic character. Dynamic characters undergo significant internal change throughout the story, which is evident in Pinocchio's development.

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This character or force battles against the protagonist.

• antagonist

• evil character

• flat character

Answer explanation

The term 'antagonist' specifically refers to the character or force that opposes the protagonist, making it the correct choice. While 'evil character' may describe some antagonists, it is not a defining characteristic of all antagonists.

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a character who undergoes a change, usually in his or her personality, as a result of events in the story

• round character

• dynamic character

• flat character

• protagonist

Answer explanation

A dynamic character is one who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story, often in personality or perspective, as a result of the events they experience. This distinguishes them from static or flat characters.

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a character that is so detailed that he or she could be a real person

• static character

• flat character

• dynamic character

• round character

Answer explanation

A round character is complex and well-developed, resembling a real person with depth and personality. This contrasts with static or flat characters, which lack such detail. Therefore, the correct answer is a round character.

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In a school play, Aiden plays a character who doesn’t change at all, despite all of the events that occur in the story. What type of character is Aiden playing?

• static character

• dynamic character

• major character

• antagonist

Answer explanation

A static character remains unchanged throughout the story, regardless of the events that unfold. This contrasts with a dynamic character, who undergoes significant development or change.

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In a story about Aria's adventures, there is a character who appears briefly and doesn't have much background information provided. What type of character is this?

• dynamic character

• flat character

• protagonist

• antagonist

Answer explanation

A flat character is one-dimensional and lacks depth, often not fully developed in the story. This aligns with the description of a character the reader doesn’t know much about, making 'flat character' the correct choice.

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In a story about Emma's journey to become a successful artist, which character is the reader most likely to cheer for throughout the story?

• major character

• antagonist

• dynamic character

• protagonist

Answer explanation

The protagonist is the main character in a story, often the one the reader roots for. They typically face challenges and grow throughout the narrative, making them the character most likely to elicit cheers from the audience.

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John is a doctor working against the clock to find a cure for a disease that is threatening the human race. Despite all odds, he meets the challenge. John is the

• protagonist

• antagonist

• static character

• minor character

Answer explanation

John is the protagonist because he is the main character facing challenges to find a cure for a disease, embodying the central conflict of the story.

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