Characterization Flashcards
1
Q
Major character
Round
A
A well developed character
2
Q
Dynamic character
A
They have a internal change
-they change their mind about something
3
Q
Minor character: Flat
A
Characters that are not well developed
4
Q
Static character
A
Flat characters do not change in the course of the story
-They might change their clothes but they do not change their mind
5
Q
Characterization
A
The method a writer uses to reveal the personality of a character
6
Q
Two type: direct characterization
A
Telling: The writer makes a direct statements about a characters personality
7
Q
Two types: Indirect characterization
A
Showing: the writer reveals a character’s personality through the character’s words and actions
AND
though what others characters think and say about the character.
