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What is a major character in a story?
A character that is vital to the development and resolution of the plot
Who is the protagonist in a story?
The central character who faces a conflict to overcome
What is a dynamic character?
A character who changes over time, usually as a result of resolving a conflict or facing a crisis
What is a flat character?
A character known for one kind of personality trait or characteristic
What is direct characterization?
When the author explicitly describes a character's personality
What is indirect characterization?
When the reader infers a character's personality through their actions and speech
What is a stock character?
A character who has become stereotypical through repeated use in stories
What can the setting of a story help to create?
The mood or how the reader feels
What typically occurs in the rising action of a story?
A series of events building suspense and drama
What is the purpose of the resolution in a story?
To tie up loose ends and reach a conclusion
What is the characteristic of a first-person narrator?
The narrator uses the pronoun 'I' or 'we' to tell the story
What does the term 'omniscient' mean in the context of narration?
Having all knowledge of the characters' thoughts
What is the theme of a literary work?
The author's central message about a topic or subject
What is the main difference between a third-person limited and third-person omniscient narrator?
The level of knowledge about the characters' thoughts
What can the time of day or time of year add to a story?
A different atmosphere or mood
Test your understanding of the different types of characters in a story, including major and minor characters, protagonists, antagonists, and dynamic characters. Learn how characters drive the plot forward and contribute to the story's development.
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