Character Flashcards

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Characterization

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Characterization is the way we come to know characters of a short story, novel, or drama. While sometimes revealed directly, most of what we learn about characters is revealed through their actions, dialogues, thoughts and feelings, appearance and their effect on other characters.

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Static character

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A static character is a character who stays the same throughout the story.

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Dynamic character

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A dynamic character refers to any character changes as a result of the story’s conflicts and plot.

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Protagonist

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A protagonist is the main character of a story It can be a “good guy” but it doesn’t have to be a protagonist whoever the story is mainly

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Antagonist

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The antagonist is the villain or bad guy in the story.

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