Character Analysis Flashcard

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What is character motivation?

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Character motivation refers to the reasons behind a character's actions and decisions in a story. Understanding motivation helps readers analyze character behavior and development.

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What does it mean to infer in literature?

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To infer means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements. Readers often infer character emotions and motivations from context clues.

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What is the significance of dialogue in character analysis?

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Dialogue reveals character traits, motivations, and relationships. Analyzing what characters say and how they say it can provide insights into their personalities.

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What role does conflict play in character development?

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Conflict drives character development by challenging characters and forcing them to make choices, which can lead to growth or change.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization explicitly describes a character's traits, while indirect characterization reveals traits through actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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How can a character's background influence their actions?

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A character's background, including their past experiences and environment, shapes their beliefs, values, and motivations, influencing their decisions in the story.

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What is a protagonist?

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A protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing challenges and undergoing personal growth throughout the narrative.

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What is an antagonist?

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An antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict and driving the plot.

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What does it mean to analyze a character's arc?

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Analyzing a character's arc involves examining their journey and transformation throughout the story, including how they change in response to events.

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What is the importance of setting in character analysis?

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Setting influences characters' actions and motivations. It provides context for their decisions and can affect their development.