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What is character description?
The author's way of introducing and detailing a character's physical, personality, and background traits.
Define unreliable narrator.
A narrator whose account of events is biased, misleading, or incomplete.
What is values dissonance?
A clash between a character's values and modern values or the author's time.
Define inference in character analysis.
Drawing conclusions about a character's traits based on their actions, words, and descriptions.
What is a character's motive?
The reason behind a character's actions; what drives them.
What is a character archetype?
A recurring character pattern or model, like 'the hero' or 'the mentor'.
Define character perspective.
A character's point of view on the world, events, and other characters.
What is an omniscient narrator?
A narrator who knows the thoughts and feelings of all the characters in the story.
What is a first-person narrator?
A narrator who is a character in the story and uses 'I' or 'we'.
Define stereotype.
A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.
What is a line of reasoning?
How an author organizes ideas to make a point; the logical progression of ideas in an argument.
Define claim.
The author's main argument or thesis; the point they are trying to prove.
Define evidence.
Facts, examples, expert opinions used to support a claim.
Define counterargument.
An opposing view or argument that the author addresses.
Define conclusion.
The summary of the main claim and evidence, providing a clear takeaway.
What is rhetorical analysis?
Understanding how authors construct arguments using various techniques.
What is an argumentative essay?
An essay that presents a claim and supports it with evidence and reasoning.
What is a synthesis essay?
An essay that connects multiple sources through a focused argument.
Define metaphor.
A figure of speech comparing two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.
Define imagery.
Descriptive language that appeals to the senses.
What are key traits of Cinderella?
Pious, good, kind, and forgiving.
What are key traits of Lucie Manette?
Young, innocent, thoughtful, and compassionate.
How do actions reveal a character's traits?
Actions demonstrate a character's fears, desires, and beliefs.
How can metaphors reveal character traits?
Metaphors can highlight a character's inner qualities, such as stubbornness or coldness.
How does age influence character traits?
Youth can imply naivety or innocence, while age can suggest wisdom or experience.
What is the role of motives in character analysis?
Motives explain why characters act the way they do, revealing their underlying desires and fears.
How can historical context affect character analysis?
Historical context reveals hidden meanings and influences a character's actions and beliefs.
How do direct statements reveal character perspective?
Characters explicitly state their views, providing insight into their perspective.
How do actions reveal character perspective?
A character's actions demonstrate their point of view on the world and other characters.
Why is understanding character perspective vital?
It directly impacts plot development and thematic understanding.