M. Denmon-Carra, MAT, BA English Language Arts



TYPES OF CHARACTERS

1. Round Character- a character with many character traits

We learn about his childhood; we find out other flashbacks about him; we learn his fears and flaws, or favorite food etc.

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2. Flat Character- a character with one character trait

We only know one thing from him/her/it; for example they’re MEAN, STINGY, or BOSSY.

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3. Static Character- a character who does NOT undergo change in his attitude or way of thinking. S/he stays MEAN, STINGY, or BOSSY.

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4. Dynamic Character- a character who DOES undergo a change in his attitude or way of thinking

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5. Stock Character or Archetype- a character with stereotypical character traits or personality traits (e.g. Damsel in Distress, Knight in Shining Armor, Evil Clown, Zombie, Mad Scientist, Monster, Town Bully)

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6. Foil Characters- are a pair of characters with opposite character traits

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Il Fino!

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