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The way in which a character is built or described CHARACTERIZATION The way in which a character is built or described

Direct Characterization The author describes the character using direct statements. Ex. She was a patient child.

Indirect Characterization The character’s traits are suggested through the character’s actions, thoughts, and words Ex. She tapped her foot loudly, thinking, “He should hurry up!”

The main character- not always the good guy! Protagonist The main character- not always the good guy!

The character working against the protagonist – not always a bad guy! Antagonist The character working against the protagonist – not always a bad guy!

A character who does not change, grow, or learn any lessons Static Character A character who does not change, grow, or learn any lessons

A character that changes, learns a lesson, or grows as a person Dynamic Character A character that changes, learns a lesson, or grows as a person

A character that we don’t know a lot about. Flat Character A character that we don’t know a lot about.

Round Character A character that is well- developed. We know a lot about this character.