Identifying Characters in Literature

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Objective

I can identify the main characters in a story and describe their roles.

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Warm-up video

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Practice

4 questions

1

Define a flat character and provide an example from a story or movie you know. Explain why this character fits the definition of a flat character.

2

Describe a round character from a book or film you have read or watched. What traits make this character complex and well-rounded?

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Identify the main character in a story or movie you are familiar with. Describe their role and provide two traits that define them. Choose a secondary character from a different story or movie. Describe their role and explain how they support or contrast with the main character.

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