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
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.
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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