| A | B |
|---|
| Characterization | “techniques a writer uses to make a character come alive” |
| Direct Characterization | “the author directly states a character’s traits” |
| Indirect Characterization | “the author reveals a character’s personality indirectly |
| Round Character | “changes like a real person and is complex and multi-faceted” |
| Flat Character | “remains the same; is one dimensional” |
| Terms to describe character | “scomplex |
| Foil | “a character whose personality or actions are in striking contrast to those of the main character. By using foil |
| Antagonist | “the character and/ or force (nature |
| Villain | “a character who hurts others for selfish reasons” |
| Protagonist | “is the main character and usually the good guy” |
| Caricature | “a picture or imitation of a person or thing in which certain features or mannerisms are exaggerated for satirical effect” |
| Stereotype | “a flat or common character whose actions are unoriginal and predictable” |
| Hamartia | “a flaw or weakness in his character |
| catharsis | “a cleaning or purging of any bad emotions |
| Tragic Flaw | “a weakness in a tragic hero’s personality that may cause his or her downfall” |
| Epic Hero | “a man who seems able to conquer most any problem and possesses NO super powers” |
| Wit | “ the ability to make lively |
