Character Analysis

Front

What is direct characterization?

Back

Something that the reader is told about a character.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What is indirect characterization?

Back

Something that the reader infers about a character based on their actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What is a dynamic character?

Back

A character that makes a significant inner change throughout the story.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is a static character?

Back

A character that does not undergo significant change throughout the story.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is an external character trait?

Back

A trait you can see, such as appearance or behavior.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is an internal character trait?

Back

A trait related to a character's thoughts, feelings, and motivations.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

True or false: A character with multiple parts to their personality is called flat.

Back

False.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is a flat character?

Back

A character that is one-dimensional and lacks depth.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is an antagonist?

Back

A character, group of characters, or institution that opposes the main character.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is a protagonist?

Back

The main character in a story, often facing challenges or conflicts.

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CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7