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Character Types (1)
Character Types (2)
Character Profile
Characterization
Dialogue
100
The main character in a story, in which readers can empathize with.
What is a protagonist
100
A character, obstacle, or situation that the protagonist must overcome.
What is an antagonist
100
Is happy an example of a character trait? (yes/no)
Yes
100
The author states directly aspects of the characters personality.
What is direct characterization
100
What a character says, and the way they say it, in a conversation.
What is dialoge
200
A character in which many of their traits are known.
What is a round character
200
A character that only has 1-2 character traits.
What is a flat character
200
The traits a character has that are on the "inside" of a character including thoughts and feelings.
What is personality traits
200
The author reveals information about the character and his/her personality through character thoughts, actions, words, and looks.
What is indirect characterization
200
A character that says "I am going to kill you" is purpose of dialogue.
What is advancing the plot
300
A character that undergoes change as the story evolves.
What is a dynamic character
300
A character who's personality does not change over time, even when a conflict occurs.
What is a static character
300
The traits that describe a character based on his/her actions, feelings, and words.
What is a character trait
300
What it is that a character does.
What is actions
300
A character that says "I hate this small town in Pennsylvania" is showing what purpose of dialogue.
What is describing the setting
400
A character that is not vital for the plot, but helps to move the plot along.
What is a minor character
400
A character that relies on stereotypes for their personality, and they are not a main focus in the story.
What is a stock character
400
The trait that tells what is on the "outside" of a character.
What is a physical trait
400
The way in which the author presents information about the character.
What is characterization
400
A character that says "How could you cheat on me with your assistant " is showing what purpose of dialogue.
What is characters confronting each other
500
A character the central character confides with.
What is a confidante character
500
A character that enhances another character through contrast.
What is a foil character
500
"I am willing to wait and endure without complaint." Which character trait am I showing?
What is patience
500
What is revealed though the characters private musings and feelings.
What is thoughts
500
A character that says "I love you" is showing what purpose of dialogue.
What is clarifying situations and relationships