Character Types
Characters who act as though they were cast from a mold. They aren’t individuals; instead, they represent a type.
Who are stereotypical characters?
A protagonist whose life is a series of well-marked adventures.
Authors giving a hint of something to come later in a story.
What is foreshadowing?
These are lesson teaching stories, but all characters are animals.
What is a fable?
The underlying reason that drives a character’s actions, behaviors, and decisions within a story.
What is character motivation?
An older, wiser teacher to the hero or initiates.
Who is the Mentor figure?
Saying "passed away" rather than "died", is an example of this literary technique.
What is a euphemism?
These are stories that teach a lesson.
What is a parable?
The quality of a fictional character appearing to be believable within the context of the story
What is character plausibility?
A worthy opponent with whom the hero must struggle in a fight to the end.
Beginning a story with "Once upon a time..." is an example of this.
What is a cliche?
These stories are about on subject on the surface, but a closer read reveals a hidden meaning.
What is an allegory?
These are change agents, that propel the plot but remain unchanged themselves.
Who are catalysts?
An animal companion showing that nature is on the side of the hero.
What is the friendly beast?
The famous saying, "One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind" is an example of this literary technique.
What is syntactical parallelism?
A creative work that imitates another. One example is "Gnomeo and Juliet"
What is a parody?
These characters hold a metaphorical mirror to the protagonist and help them see their own flaws.
What are foil characters?
These characters are unjustly blamed for the misfortunes of others.
What is the scapegoat figure?
Authors use this technique when they place two contrasting ideas side-by-side to show similarities and differences.
What is juxtaposition?
This genre uses irony, sarcasm, and humor to ridicule or mock the behavior of others.
What is satire?