Plot Elements Set 3 Vocabulary Words

Front

Character vs. Character

Back

The character struggles with another character (external conflict), e.g., protagonist vs. antagonist.

Front

Character vs. Nature

Back

The character struggles with a force of nature for survival, e.g., tornado, animals, weather.

Front

Character vs. Self

Back

The character struggles with emotions or choices, an internal conflict in the character’s mind.

Front

Character vs. Society

Back

The character struggles against society’s rules or traditions, e.g., fighting for rights and/or freedoms.

Front

Character traits

Back

A character’s qualities and personality.

Front

Dynamic character

Back

A major character that changes due to events in the story.

Front

Flat character

Back

A minor character that the reader knows little about.

Front

Motivations

Back

A character’s goals or desires that drive them to do something.

Front

Round character

Back

A major character that is well developed with a lot of details.

Front

Static character

Back

A minor character that stays the same throughout the story.