Characters
Which type of character is the central, main character of a story?
The Protagonist
Characterization is simply defining/describing the characters traits and personality in a story
Define setting
Setting is the when and where a story takes place.
Climax
Define theme.
The lesson learned from the story that can be applied to our own lives--> Universal truth or idea.
A character who changes significantly as a result of the events of a story is called what?
A dynamic character
"Susan was extremely kind. Whenever someone forgot lunch money, she would pay for their food without question"
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Direct Characterization
"The village gathered in the town square for the annual harvest festival"
What aspect of setting is revealed in this example: When, where, or social context?
Where
True
What is an explicit theme?
When a story directly tells you the theme or lesson of the story.
A character who has one or two personality traits and is not deeply developed is described as...
A flat character
Joe shoved the assignment into his backpack without looking at it. The paper crumpled to the bottom and he said, 'I'll just do it tomorrow'. What trait is being revealed throught this characterization?
Procrastination, laid back, school isn't that important to this character, etc.
"Outside the glass, Mars stretched across the horizon" What setting element is being addressed in this sentence: When, where, or social context?
Both where and when (must be taking place in the future)
The ending of your story: Where the reader comes to the conclusion of what happened and how the story ends. All the questions are answered. This part of a short story is called the...
Resolution
False
A character who is noticeably different than our protagonist in order to accentuate the protagonists traits is called...
A foil
Mr. Smith marked tardy for anyone who came in late, whether it was 10 seconds or 10 minutes after the bell.
What kind of characterization is this and what is the trait we learn about Mr. Smith?
Indirect, we learn he is a strict teacher.
What other short story elements can setting affect? Name 2.
Plot
Characterization
POV
Conflict
Etc.
True or false: The falling action takes longer than the rising action in a story.
False
What is it called when a story's theme is not obvious, and you the reader must analyze the story to find the overall lesson?
Implicit Theme
What is the difference between a round character and a dynamic character?
A round character is well developed and has a lot of details and a dynamic character changes throughout the story.
How does characterization play an important part in a short story? Explain with detail!
Answers may vary, teacher will decide if answer is adequate.
What is it called when you must consider and take into account what is 'normal' for the time a story is taking place?
Social Context
What is it called in a short story where the conflict is first introduced and disrupts our main characters 'normal' life?
Inciting incident
What are the 4 steps you must take to identify theme in a short story?
1. Get to know the main character
2. Identify the conflict
3. Know how the conflict gets resolved
4. Make a generalization