Understanding Literary Characters

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Which type of character has a detailed personality description but does not grow or change during the narrative?

Flat character

Who is an example of a flat character from The Great Gatsby?

Tom Buchanan

Which type of character represents stereotypes and does not act as individuals?

Flat character

What is the role of a foil character in a narrative?

To highlight traits in another character by displaying opposite traits

Who is considered the 'bad guy' in a story attempting to bring harm or ruin to the protagonist?

Villain

What is the primary function of characters in a story?

To experience the story's events

Which of the following is an example of an internal experience for a literary character?

A character overcoming grief

In a narrative, what happens if a character's traits impact how they respond to events?

The story unfolds in a certain way

Why is it important for a story to have characters?

To experience the story's conflict

Which element is essential for every story according to the text?

At least one character

Which type of character undergoes some significant change during the story?

Dynamic character

What distinguishes a dynamic character from a static character?

Dynamic characters undergo significant changes during the story, while static characters remain the same.

Which character type is often considered the 'good guy' but does not have to be?

Protagonist

What is direct characterization in a narrative?

Describing the character's personality through specific information provided by the author.

In character development, what determines how much readers can learn about a character?

How close a character is to the main events of the story.

Explore the concept of literary characters in narratives, including the roles they play in the plot and the conflicts they experience. Learn about the different elements that define a character in literature.

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