Static and Dynamic characters

What is the main difference between static and dynamic characters?

• Static characters undergo significant development, while dynamic characters do not change.

• Static characters do not change, while dynamic characters undergo significant development.

• Static characters are more relatable than dynamic characters.

• Dynamic characters are always the protagonists in a story.

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Can you give an example of a static character?

• Cindy Lou Who, who remains sweet and loving throughout the story.

• Harry Potter, who grows stronger and more confident throughout the series.

• Ebenezer Scrooge, who changes his ways after the visits from the ghosts.

• Katniss Everdeen, who evolves from a reluctant hero to a leader.

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How do authors use static characters to enhance a story?

• To create a baseline for comparison, emphasizing the changes in dynamic characters.

• To make the story more complex and confusing.

• To provide comic relief and lighten the mood of the story.

• To serve as the main protagonist and drive the plot forward.

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What is a dynamic character?

• A character that remains the same throughout the story.

• A character that changes throughout the plot of a text.

• A character that is not important to the story.

• A character that only appears in the beginning of the story.

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What is a static character?

• A character that undergoes significant change throughout the plot.

• A character that stays the same throughout the plot of a text.

• A character that is not well-developed and lacks depth.

• A character that serves as a foil to the protagonist.

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How can you identify a dynamic character in a story?

• By their static nature and lack of change throughout the story.

• By observing their growth, changes in behavior, or shifts in perspective throughout the narrative.

• By their role as a minor character with little influence on the plot.

• By their consistent personality traits that remain unchanged.

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What does it mean for a character to have depth?

• A character with simple traits and predictable behavior.

• A character with complex traits, motivations, and experiences that make them relatable and realistic.

• A character that only serves to advance the plot without personal development.

• A character that is always the same throughout the story.

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In the story 'Holes', is Zero a static or dynamic character?

• Static character

• Dynamic character

• Flat character

• Round character

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Can you give an example of a dynamic character?

• Harry Potter, who evolves from a powerless boy to a powerful wizard.

• Frodo Baggins, who remains unchanged throughout his journey.

• Sherlock Holmes, who is always the same brilliant detective.

• Dr. Jekyll, who never transforms into Mr. Hyde.

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What is character development?

• Character development is the process by which a character undergoes changes in personality, behavior, or beliefs throughout a story.

• Character development refers to the physical changes a character undergoes in a story.

• Character development is the way a character remains the same throughout the story.

• Character development is the process of creating a character's backstory without any changes.

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