Literary Elements - Direct & Indirect Characterization PRACTICE

Typically the main character (the good guy) in story.

The character, thing, or event which is opposing or causing conflict for the main character is...

The character who prevents the protagonist from reaching his/her goal.

The character you usually cheer for in the story.

Most often called the bad guy.

The character that goes through an important CHANGE in the story.

Sometimes the antagonist of a story isn't human. It can be a animal, government, or force of nature.

A _____ character stays the same (does not change) throughout the story.

Marcy sat in class, drumming her fingers on her desk. Thinking back to that morning, she felt remorse over the way she had talked to her mom.

How is the character's traits revealed?

Mr. Timpelton walked through the airport in his crisp army uniform and duffel bag. After being deployed for a year in Iraq, he was anxious to see is family. He wiped his hands nervously on his pants, breathed a deep sigh, and begin to head to the airport welcoming area.

How is the character's traits revealed?