What does it mean when a character in a story is dynamic?

They show many different qualities, both good and bad

They are simple and not very complex

They do not change at all in the story

They are completely good or completely bad

What makes dynamic characters seem real and interesting?

Their personal challenges, like tough choices or feelings

Only their conflicts with others

They always want the same thing

How do dynamic characters change throughout their story?

They go through big changes, like in their feelings, thoughts, or morals.

It gets harder to understand their desires and goals.

How does knowing a character's past affect how we see them?

It helps us feel for them and explains why they do things

It doesn't change anything about their story

It makes them harder to understand

Why are dynamic characters not simply good or bad?

They show both good and bad traits or have mixed reasons for what they do

How is a dynamic character's growth different from a static character's consistency?

Dynamic characters go through internal changes, while static characters stay the same

Dynamic characters are always the main characters, while static characters are not

Static characters change more than dynamic characters

There's no difference; both types of characters can change in a story

How do supporting characters usually impact the journey of a main character who changes throughout the story?

They can spark change, by offering help or challenges

They don't affect the main character's growth

They're just background characters and don't do much

They take the spotlight, making the main character less interesting

A round character is:

A character with a very developed personality. We know a lot about them.

A character with very little personality. We don't know a lot about them.

A character that does not change significantly over the course of the story.

A character that changes significantly over the course of the story.

A dynamic character is:

A character that changes significantly over the course of the story.

A character with very little personality. We don't know a lot about them.

A character that does not change significantly over the course of the story.

A character with a very developed personality. We know a lot about them.

Which of the following best describes a complex character in literature?

A character who undergoes significant development

A character with a single, unchanging trait

A character who is always the antagonist

A character who is only present in the background

What is a key feature of a complex character's development?

They experience internal conflicts and growth

They remain static throughout the story

They have a clear and simple motivation

They are always portrayed as villains

In a story, how does a complex character typically interact with the plot?

They drive the plot through their actions and decisions

They have no impact on the plot

They only serve as comic relief

They are only mentioned but never seen

Which of these characters is an example of a complex character?

Sherlock Holmes from Arthur Conan Doyle's stories

The Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz

The White Rabbit from Alice in Wonderland

The Giant from Jack and the Beanstalk

How does a complex character's background influence their actions in a story?

It provides depth and context to their motivations

It has no influence on their actions

It makes them predictable and one-dimensional

It only serves to confuse the reader

What distinguishes a complex character from a flat character?

Complex characters have multiple layers and undergo change

Flat characters are always the main characters

Complex characters are always evil

Flat characters have detailed backstories

Complex Characters

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

A character with a complex personality

Flat Character

Round Character

Static Character

Dynamic Character

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

This type of character faces a major conflict in his or her life.

Flat Character

Round Character

Static Character

Dynamic Character

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

This type of character causes a problem or is the problem in the novel.

Protagonist

Antagonist

Static Character

Flat Character

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

This character is usually the main character in the story and has a problem to solve.

External Conflict

Protagonist

Dynamic Character

Round Character

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

A character that changes and grows as the story progresses:

Dynamic/Complex Character

Flat Character

Static Character

Subordinate Character

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of these is an example of a complex character:

Anakin Skywalker from Star Wars

Patrick Starr from Spongebob

Step Sisters in Cinderella

Crush from Finding Nemo

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Struggle between apposing needs, desires or emotions of a character

External Conflict

Internal Conflict

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

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