Why are bad decisions important in character arcs?

Character Decision-Making in Writing

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Richard Gonzalez
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They prevent the character from changing.
They ensure the character is always right.
They add depth and realism to the character's journey.
They make the story more predictable.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What might happen if a bad decision is not set up correctly?
The story will become a comedy.
Readers may find the story more engaging.
Readers might feel the character is being manipulated.
The character will become a hero.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a potential consequence of readers not understanding a character's bad decision?
The character will become more relatable.
Readers will enjoy the story more.
Readers may feel disconnected from the story.
The story will become a bestseller.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common mistake when setting up a character's bad decision?
Ensuring the decision is too logical.
Not providing enough context for the decision.
Making the decision too easy.
Making the decision too predictable.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the risk of manipulating a character's perception of events?
It makes the story more predictable.
It ensures the character is always right.
It can lead to reader dissatisfaction.
It makes the story more engaging.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can a writer avoid making a character seem foolish when making a bad decision?
By ignoring the character's motivations.
By ensuring the decision is based on credible logic.
By making the decision random.
By avoiding any explanation.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important for readers to understand a character's motivations?
To make the character seem more mysterious.
To ensure readers can relate to the character's choices.
To confuse the readers.
To make the story less engaging.
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