Propp

• Who is Vladimir Propp?

  Vladimir Propp is a theorist known for his work on character types in narratives.
• What is the main focus of Propp's theory?


  Propp's theory focuses on certain character types that appear in most narratives.
• What types of characters does Propp identify in narratives?

  Propp identifies characters such as the hero, villain, damsel in distress, helper, dispatcher, donor, and false hero.
• What role does the dispatcher play in Propp's character theory?

  The dispatcher is the character who sends the hero on their quest.
• What is the function of the donor character in Propp's theory?


  The donor character gives something to the hero to help them on their quest.
• How does Propp define a false hero?

  A false hero is someone who tries to be the hero but is not genuinely a good person.
• How can you apply Propp's theory in an exam situation?


  • Analyze the characters in the text.
  • Identify if they fit Propp's character types.
  • Discuss how the representation of characters aligns with these types.
• In the Quality Street advert, how is the male character represented?


  The male character is represented as a hero, surrounded by women who look up to him.
• What does the positioning of the women around the male character in the Quality Street advert suggest?


  It suggests that the women are portrayed as princess characters, prizes for the hero.
• In the film "Kiss of the Vampire," how can the characters be analyzed using Propp's theory?

  One can identify who the hero is and who the damsel in distress is based on their representations.
• How is the representation of the powerful woman in "Kiss of the Vampire" unconventional according to Propp's theory?

  She exhibits dominant body language and is portrayed as a strong character rather than a damsel in distress.
• What are the typical character types identified by Propp in narratives?

  • Hero
  • Villain
  • Damsel in distress
  • Helper (sidekick)
  • Dispatcher
  • Donor
  • False hero