Character Types & Characterization

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Character Types & Characterization

Flat vs. Round Characters Round Characters- multidimensional; possess more than one motivation; display many qualities, including strengths and weaknesses Flat Characters- one-dimensional; have only one motivation; display only one quality or trait

The Hamburglar: Flat or Round?

Katniss Everdeen: Flat or Round?

Dynamic vs. Static Characters Dynamic Characters- Undergo change during the course of play; grow in terms of improvement or self-realization Static Characters- Remain the same throughout the play, resist or are unable to adjust to changing circumstances

Jack Merridew: Dynamic or Static?

Puck: Dynamic or Static?

Nick Bottom: Dynamic or Static?

Complex vs. Limited Characters Complex Characters: Round & Dynamic Limited Characters: Flat Static

Characterization Characterization- the dialogue and actions that reveal a character’s personality Direct Characterization- when a writer directly states a character’s traits. In drama, it is usually the chorus, narrator, or another character that makes such statements Example- RAPHAEL: [Aside] “I hate to say it, but your just can’t trust Mauricio.” Indirect Characterization- a writer shows what a character is like in any of the following ways: Descriptions of a character’s physical appearance The character’s own words (dialogue) The character’s actions or behavior Other character’s reactions to the character

Direct or Indirect Characterization? Patrice is the jealous type. Gordon shoved the boulder off the cliff, which fell on top of his girlfriend’s car. Franklin had long scraggly hair down to the back of his knees. I wouldn’t let Nadine babysit. She is just not responsible enough.