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12 Cards in this Set
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protagonist |
the main character in a narrative |
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antagonist |
the character or force in conflict with the main character |
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flat character |
a simple character without much depth; usually have one major character trait |
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round character |
a character that has a complex personality, like a real person |
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static character |
a character that stays essentially the same throughout the entire narrative |
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dynamic character |
a character who goes through an important inner change in beliefs, personality, or attitude |
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unsympathetic character |
a character that represents qualities we dislike: villainous, foolish, liar, selfish, etc. |
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foil |
any character (often the antagonist) whose personality contrasts with another character (usually the protagonist); *to emphasize character traits |
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stock character |
a stereotypical character who is instantly recognizable to most readers; mad scientist, dumb blonde, faithful side-kick, book worm, strict librarian, bully, crazy cat lady, etc. |
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minor character |
a character mentioned only briefly throughout the narrative, but who helps move events along, or provides important information |
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major character |
the character(s) the plot and conflict revolve around |
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sympathetic character |
character that readers connect with and bond with; they represent character traits we respect; heroic, wise, faithful, innocent |
