Interpreting character description and perspective

This AP Literature study guide covers character analysis, focusing on character descriptions and their impact on reader expectations. It explores how to infer character traits from actions, metaphors, and historical context. The guide also emphasizes the importance of understanding character perspectives and how they influence plot and themes. Key topics include analyzing contradictions between initial descriptions and later actions, identifying motives and archetypes, and considering the narrator's role. Finally, it offers tips for the AP exam, including common question types and time management strategies.