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

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

3. 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!”

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

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

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

7. 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

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

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