Protagonist/Antagonist
This term refers to the main character in a story who typically undergoes the most significant change or growth throughout the narrative.
Who is Protagonist?
In literature, this term refers to a character who lacks depth and complexity, often embodying only one or two traits.
Who is a flat character?
This term describes a character who undergoes significant change or development throughout the course of a story, often experiencing growth, transformation, or a shift in personality.
Who is the dynamic character?
In literature, this term describes the method of explicitly stating a character's traits or qualities through description by the author.
What is direct characterization?
The protagonist in Inside Out and Back Again.
The protagonist is Ha.
Often the source of conflict in a story, this term refers to the character or force that opposes the protagonist's goals or desires.
Who is the antagonist?
She is a flat character showcased in the Disney original "101 Dalmatians".
Who is Cruella de Vil?
In the 'Scooby-Doo' series, this character remains largely unchanged throughout the various mysteries, maintaining their role as the group's resident genius and problem solver.
Who is Velma.
In literature, this term refers to the method of revealing a character's traits through actions, dialogue, thoughts, or interactions with others, rather than directly stating them.
What is indirect characterization?
Ha is served this at lunch on her second day of school.
Ha is served a hot dog.
Who is the antagonist in the hit TV series "SpongeBob Squarepants"?
Who is Plankton.
This term describes a character who is complex, with multiple traits and motivations, often changing throughout the story.
Who is a round character?
In literature, this term refers to a character who remains largely unchanged throughout the story, maintaining the same personality, beliefs, and traits from beginning to end.
Who is a static character?
"Sarah was a shy and introverted girl who preferred spending her time alone with her books rather than socializing with her classmates."
What is direct characterization?
Why does Ha feel out of place in the school cafeteria?
Ha feels out of place because the cafeteria is segregated with white students on one side and black students on the other. Being Vietnamese, Ha has olive skin and does not feel like she belongs on either side of the cafeteria.
In the Batman movies, would Batman be considered a protagonist, antagonist, or something else? Hint: Think about all of Batman's actions.
Both protagonist and antagonist or anti-hero. Batman is most commonly known as the protagonist. However, based on his actions you could make a case that he was both.
This is the term that is used to describe characters qualities.
What is character traits?
Name a dynamic character from any Disney movie.
Who is...?
-Simba, Elsa, Mulan, Moana etc.
"As Sarah entered the crowded cafeteria, she hesitated at the doorway, her gaze darting nervously around the room. She clutched her book tightly to her chest, seeking solace in its familiar pages. With a faint blush coloring her cheeks, she made her way to an empty table in the far corner, where she could eat her lunch in peace."
What is indirect characterization?
How does Ha feel on her way to her first day of school? Provide evidence if you can.
Ha feels nervous and anxious. She feels dragonflies in her stomach, tries to take deep breaths, and appreciates the cool breeze on her face.
Why do you think some stories have antagonists who aren't portrayed as purely evil characters?
Understanding the antagonist's motivations and background helps us see that their actions might stem from personal experiences, desires, or beliefs, rather than just being inherently bad. Shows the complexity of human nature.
Consider a story you've read or watched where flat characters play significant roles. How do these characters interact with the round characters?
For example, Snow White consistently stays a kind and innocent young girl. She is there to simply symbolize beauty and the goodness of humanity.
Reflect on a dynamic character's journey. How do their internal conflicts and external challenges shape their growth and development? Provide an example with your explanation.
Simba begins as a carefree cub but undergoes significant growth and transformation after the death of his father, Mufasa. He learns valuable lessons about responsibility, courage, and the importance of facing his past.
Why might the author allow the reader to make inferences based on the characters actions as opposed to just telling the reader?
It adds interest allowing the reader to be more involved with the story.
When each member of the family leaves the house, what do they do?
Mother- sews in a factory; Quang- works as a mechanic; Vu- is in his senior year of high school; Khoi- goes to high school; Ha- goes to 4th grade