Literary Terms
The term for the main character of a story
Protagonist
This character was secretly the bomber.
Angela Wexler
Example: Godzilla vs. Kong
Character vs. Character
My favorite Ninja Turtle is Michelangelo but I also really like Raphael.
Michelangelo, but
This type of conflict usually involves someone struggling with their emotions or self-image.
The term for the character who creates problems for the main character
Antagonist
This character was secretly a bookie.
Jake Wexler
Example: a kid lost out in the wilderness who must find a way to survive the elements
Character vs. Nature
When I go to the movies I prefer to get a large popcorn and a large drink.
movies, I
This word means you're attempting to better understand something
Analyzing
This is the term for the problem in a story
Conflict
This character was secretly a mistake made by Sam Westing.
Sydelle Pulaski
Example: Lindsey Lohan versus a whole school of mean girls
Character vs. Society
My favorite sauces are barbeque sauce chocolate sauce and applesauce.
sauce, chocolate
This is when you take notes on the text you're reading, including your own thoughts and questions; underlines and highlighting; summaries; and so on.
Annotating
This characterization happens when the narrator of the story tells the reader what a character is like.
Direct Characterization
This character was secretly a burglar.
Madame Hoo
Example: a chess master must beat a super computer at chess
Character vs. Technology
I need a drink of water or I need to lie down.
water, or
This was the style of drawing people that included big round heads, smaller bodies with basic shapes, and wavy arms and legs.
Ivan Brunetti
This type of characterization occurs when the reader considers the dialogue, actions, and thoughts of the character, as well as the opinions of other characters!
Indirect Characterization
This character was secretly a private investigator.
Otis Amber
Example: Hamlet isn't sure whether he should kill his uncle and take his rightful place as king
Character vs. Supernatural / Fate / Gods
Commas are important necessary and helpful.
important, necessary
This feels like a clue but is actually a purposeful misdirection by the author of a mystery.
Red Herring