Understanding Flat and Round Characters

Eric Buffington explains flat characters, which are unchanging and uncomplicated, contrasting them with round characters. Flat characters serve as secondary or supporting roles in stories, helping to move the plot without needing depth. Examples include soldiers in a large army or a sibling of a main character. The main character should always be complex and well-rounded, unlike flat characters.

Who is the author of the lesson on flat characters?

• J.K. Rowling

• Suzanne Collins

• Eric Buffington

• George R.R. Martin

What is a key characteristic of flat characters?

• They are always the main characters.

• They remain unchanged throughout the story.

• They are complex and well-rounded.

• They undergo significant change.

How do flat characters differ from round characters?

• Flat characters are more complex.

• Round characters do not change.

• Flat characters are less detailed.

• Round characters are always secondary.

What is the opposite of a flat character?

• A static character

• A round character

• A minor character

• A flat character

What is a common trait of well-constructed main characters?

• They are always secondary characters.

• They never change.

• They are complex and have depth.

• They are flat and simple.

What is a defining feature of a round character?

• They are always secondary characters.

• They are always the antagonist.

• They have a simple personality.

• They are complex and undergo change.

What is a characteristic of a poorly constructed main character?

• They are the focus of the story.

• They undergo significant change.

• They are flat and lack depth.

• They are complex and well-rounded.

What is a common misconception about flat characters?

• They are always the main characters.

• They are always secondary characters.

• They are complex and well-rounded.

• They are necessary for every story.

What is a key difference between flat and round characters?

• Flat characters are less complex.

• Round characters do not change.

• Round characters are always secondary.

• Flat characters are more detailed.

What is a defining feature of a well-constructed main character?

• They are always secondary characters.

• They never change.

• They are complex and have depth.

• They are flat and simple.