10 Questions
What is the term for a one-dimensional character with easily defined traits?
Flat character
Which term refers to the high point of tension in a plot when the outcome is decided?
Climax
What is the term for a character who undergoes a major realization and changes as a result?
Dynamic character
What is the term for the location of a story, which may be important in developing character, motivation, and meaning?
Setting
What is the term for a character in conflict with the main character or protagonist?
Antagonist
What is the term for a multi-faceted character, especially one who is capable of choosing right or wrong?
Round character
Which term refers to a character who undergoes no change throughout the story?
Static character
What is the term for the central problem or issue to be resolved in a plot, involving the main character struggling against another character(s)?
Conflict
What is the term for the one-dimensional character who has only a few, easily defined traits?
Flat character
Which term refers to the high point of tension in a plot when the outcome is decided?
Climax
Study Notes
Literary Terms
- A flat character is a one-dimensional character with easily defined traits.
Plot Terms
- The climax is the high point of tension in a plot when the outcome is decided.
Character Development
- A dynamic character is a character who undergoes a major realization and changes as a result.
Setting
- The setting is the location of a story, which may be important in developing character, motivation, and meaning.
Character Roles
- An antagonist is a character in conflict with the main character or protagonist.
- A round character is a multi-faceted character, especially one who is capable of choosing right or wrong.
- A static character is a character who undergoes no change throughout the story.
Plot Conflicts
- The conflict is the central problem or issue to be resolved in a plot, involving the main character struggling against another character(s).
- A flat character is a one-dimensional character who has only a few, easily defined traits.
- The climax is the high point of tension in a plot when the outcome is decided.
Test your knowledge of literary terms with this quiz! Challenge yourself to identify the protagonist, antagonist, conflict, and setting in various story scenarios. Sharpen your understanding of these essential elements of storytelling.
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