SIGNPOST
MEANINGS
MEANINGS
When a character suddenly recalls an important past event.
Memory Moment
What ex-leader does the group have consistent issues with?
Lance Ansley
The main character of the book, whose story we follow.
Protagonist
Who is the antagonist of the story?
Rob
He wants to be a creative writer, but his dad disapproves of most things he does.
Young.
A sudden realization by a character that changes their perception of themselves or others.
Aha Moment
What is an important Memory Moment for Young? (He shares this memory with Rob in chapter 8)
The encounter with the camp counsellor
A character with the most character development (good or bad), which can change the novel.
Dynamic Character
Who is the protagonist?
Young
He is the new leader of the school and is seen as the "alpha"... he can easily manipulate others.
When a character asks themselves, or others, a difficult question.
Tough Questions
What does Young say to his father about his course selection that contradicts what we think?
He lies to his father and says he dropped Creative Writing for Advanced Biology
A simple, non-complex character who doesn't undergo many conflicts.
Flat Character
Who is the most Dynamic Character?
Simon
The love interest of the protagonist, who gets caught up in Rob's plans.
Ronna
Words, actions, and plots that are often repeated.
Again & Again
"You're not a good guy, you're good because you don't say no..." When Ronna says this is it... Aha Moment or Words of the Wiser?
Words of the Wiser
A character who is actively against the protagonist.
Antagonist
Who is a round character? (Hint: he's also the protagonist.)
Young
PAST leader/school bully.
Lance
Differences between what we expect a character to do, vs. what they actually do.
Contrasts and Contradictions
What moment changed Young and Simon's perception of Rob in Chapter 19? (hint: they went to a house.)
They found out Rob's dad was in jail
This character keeps the same traits without any change throughout the novel.
Static Character
Who is a flat character (non-complex character with little conflict)
Bobster
A follower of Rob's plans. He's known for being all talk, no action.
Bobster