Literature: Character and Characterization

What is character?

• A person, animal, or entity portrayed in a literary work

• The main character in a story

• A secondary character that supports the protagonist

• A one-dimensional character that serves a specific purpose

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the role of characters in a story?

• To create and develop characters

• To bring stories to life

• To evoke emotions

• All of the above

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Who is the protagonist in a story?

• The main character

• The character that opposes the protagonist

• A secondary character that supports the protagonist

• A one-dimensional character

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the role of the antagonist?

• To create conflict

• To drive the plot

• To provide obstacles for the protagonist

• All of the above

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the role of supporting characters?

• To assist and guide the protagonist

• To provide conflict for the protagonist

• To add depth and complexity to the story

• All of the above

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What are flat characters?

• One-dimensional characters

• Characters with complex personalities

• Characters that provide background or context

• Characters that undergo significant character development

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is characterization?

• A literary device used to display a character's physical characteristics

• A literary device used to display a character's personality traits

• A literary device used to display a character's motivation

• All of the above

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

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CCSS.W.11-12.2D

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How does direct characterization describe a character?

• Through narration

• Through hints and subtext

• Through the character's appearance and speech

• Through the character's thoughts and feelings

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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How does indirect characterization develop complex characters?

• By providing broad details in a sentence or two

• By describing the character's physical appearance

• By hinting to the reader through the character's actions and interactions

• By describing the character's motivations

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the primary function of supporting characters?

• To assist and guide the protagonist

• To provide conflict for the protagonist

• To add depth and complexity to the story

• All of the above

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3