A character flaw that leads to the downfall of a character

The person you generally root for in the story

When the chronological events are disrupted to show an earlier event

A character that is well developed, usually having many traits

a character that changes throughout the story

A type of characterization that uses implicit details to develop a character such as a character's speech, thoughts, actions, etc

The time and place the story takes place

This occurs when a writer or character makes a statement in which the actual meaning differs from the meaning that the words appear to express.

This occurs when the reader is led to believe that one thing will occur but, in fact, the opposite occurs. This can be humorous or tragic.

This occurs when the reader/ audience knows something, but the characters within the story do not.

A character that exhibits only one or two traits.

A type of figurative language when human traits are given to a non-living object.

When two contradicting words are placed next to each other. For example, deafening silence.

The use of sensory language to create a picture in the reader's mind.

A type of conflict when a character is at odds with another character

A type of conflict when a character is struggling against natural elements such as a flood, tornado, drought, etc.

A type of conflict where a character is at odds with a group, societal standards, religion, institution, etc.

A type of conflict that is internal. For example, this type of conflict occurs when a character has to make a difficult choice.

When a plot's chronological order is disrupted to show an event in the future.

A character who lacks conventional heroic qualities and blurs the line between good and bad. Often these characters become reluctant heroes.

A bitter enemy, especially one who seems unbeatable

A type of characterization that uses explicit details: for example, the boy was loud and obnoxious.