Character Terms

Question 1

Usually the principal character in opposition to the protagonist. Can also be a force of nature/society.

Answer 1

Antagonist

Question 2

The central character or hero in a narrative or drama - usually the one with whom the audience tends to identify.

Answer 2

Protagonist

Question 3

Characters who are described simply or are underdeveloped.

Answer 3

Flat Character

Question 4

A character whose personality, background, motives, and other features are fully described by the author.

Answer 4

Round Character

Question 5

A character who undergoes major changes as the plot unfolds.

Answer 5

Dynamic Character

Question 6

A character who remains the same as the plot unfolds.

Answer 6

Static Character

Question 7

The author tells you what a character is like.

Answer 7

Direct Characterization

Question 8

You learn about a character through their actions and dialogue.

Answer 8

Indirect Characterization

Question 9

Fears, conflicts, or needs that drive a character.

Answer 9

Motivation

Question 10

A character who is used as a contrast to another character

Answer 10

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