6.1 Character

• The central figure in a narrative who drives the plot forward is called the protagonist
• Round characters are complex and multi-dimensional with depth and personality


  True
• A foil character highlights aspects of another through contrast
• The protagonist is often the hero or central figure in a story


  True
• A dynamic character is one who undergoes significant change
• Order the roles of character types in a narrative:

  1️⃣ The protagonist drives the plot forward

  2️⃣ The antagonist creates conflict

  3️⃣ Dynamic characters evolve

  4️⃣ Static characters maintain core traits
• Main characters are the central figures who drive the plot
• Main characters are the central figures in a narrative and have the most depth and complexity
• Characterization involves describing a character's traits, behaviors, thoughts, and actions
• Interactions with other characters demonstrate a character's growth and evolution
• Goals are the specific objectives that a character is trying to achieve
• In *Hamlet*, Claudius' goal is to maintain his power and eliminate Hamlet

  True
• The protagonist's goal is always to thwart the antagonist.

  False
• The relationship between Hamlet and Claudius drives the central conflict of the play.


  True
• What is the central conflict in a protagonist-antagonist relationship?

  Main character vs opposing force
• Match the relationship type with its description:

  Protagonist-Antagonist ↔️ Conflict between main character and opposing force

  Familial ↔️ Connections and dynamics between relatives
• How does the relationship between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy drive the plot in *Pride and Prejudice*?

  Exploration of societal themes
• A dynamic character undergoes significant change
• Character development is the process through which characters evolve and change
• In *Hamlet*, what is Claudius' motivation?

  Maintain power and position
• Match the character type with their motivation:

  Protagonist ↔️ Overcome obstacles

  Antagonist ↔️ Thwart the protagonist

  Dynamic Character ↔️ Undergo personal growth

  Static Character ↔️ Maintain established worldview
• Allies are characters who support and assist each other
• Character relationships impact the plot and emotional resonance of a narrative


  True
• Match the character relationship with its impact on the narrative:

  Protagonist-Antagonist ↔️ Drives central conflict

  Ally ↔️ Facilitates protagonist's journey

  Mentor-Mentee ↔️ Enables character development

  Rival ↔️ Adds tension and growth
• Prejudice distorts judgment
• What are the two primary methods of characterization?

  Direct and indirect
• Match the method of characterization with its effect:

  Direct Characterization ↔️ Provides straightforward information

  Indirect Characterization ↔️ Engages readers to infer traits
• A dynamic character undergoes significant change
• The character who opposes the protagonist is known as the antagonist
• Flat characters have few traits and are simple and two-dimensional


  True
• Match the character type with its definition:

  Protagonist ↔️ The central figure in the story

  Antagonist ↔️ The character who opposes the protagonist

  Foil ↔️ Highlights traits through contrast

  Stock ↔️ Stereotypical figures in literature
• The antagonist in a story is the character who opposes or conflicts with the protagonist
• A static character remains essentially the same throughout the story


  True
• Supporting characters often have less development and advance the story


  True
• Supporting characters typically have less development but advance the plot


  True
• Dialogue provides insights into a character's values, beliefs, and relationships

  True
• Motivations are the underlying reasons and desires that drive a character's actions


  True
• Match the motivation with its corresponding goal:

  Protagonist's Motivation ↔️ Overcome obstacles and achieve their central objective

  Antagonist's Motivation ↔️ Thwart the protagonist and prevent their goal

  Dynamic Character's Motivation ↔️ Undergo personal growth and change

  Static Character's Motivation ↔️ Maintain their established worldview
• Motivations are the underlying reasons and desires that drive a character's actions
• What is Claudius' motivation in *Hamlet*?

  Maintain power and position