Protagonist vs. Antagonist
In order to test your knowledge on protagonists, name the protagonist in The Most Dangerous Game.
Rainsford
What is the difference between a round vs. dynamic character?
Round: A multi-dimensional and complex character that is usually the main character. This character feels like a real person.
VS.
Dynamic: Undergoes a change as a result of learning from conflict; has a revelation
What is direct characterization?
Direct - Tells the reader about what a character look like or there personality in a straightforward manner.
Name an antagonist in the Cask of Amontillado.
Montresor(from Fortunato’s perspective)
Fortunato(from Montresor’s perspective)
What is difference between a flat vs. static character?
Flat: A one dimensional and surface level character that is usually a background or side character. They are more of a stock character or a stereotype.
Static:Remains the same throughout the story; doesn’t change in thought or personality.
What is indirect characterization?
Indirect - Shows the reader a character's personality through their words, thoughts, actions, etc.
(Say, Think, Effect on others, Acts, Look like, etc.)
Define Protagonist and Antagonist
Anatgonist: the character or force that creates conflict or an obstacle for the protagonist. (Usually the bad guy)
Protagonist:the main character(s). Usually the good guy (but not always) The person we’re rooting for or the person who is the main focus of a story.
Give an example of a round and flat character in Death by Scrabble.
Round:Husband
Flat:Wife
What is an unreliable narrator?
Unreliable: narrator whose credibility has been compromised, not sure if we can believe them.
TRUE OR FALSE: The antagonist is always the same person for every character in the story and it is always a person.
Explain your answer.
FALSE: The antagonist changes based on the character’s perspective, and it can be anything (a force) that creates and obstacle for the protagonist.
Choose the dynamic character:
Wife
Forunato
Rainsford
Zaroff
Rainsford
What is a reliable narrator?
Reliable: a narrator whose credibility has not been compromised; accurate and trustworthy.
Who is the protagonist(s) and the antagonist(s) in the Disney movie Frozen.
Protagonist(s):Olaf, Kristoff, Anna, Elsa
Antagonist:Hans, Elsa’s powers
Give an example of a static character from the stories we've read this year.
Wife
Zaroff
Fortunato
Angel
DIFFICULT BONUS:What do Peyton and I say to each other every english and history class? (hint: it comes from an english lesson)
Isn’t it ironic, don’t you think?