Practice Character: The Living Pulse of the Narrative - 2.1.2 | Module 2: Exploring Narrative: Fiction and Personal Voice | IB grade 9 English
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Character: The Living Pulse of the Narrative

2.1.2 - Character: The Living Pulse of the Narrative

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define direct characterization.

💡 Hint: Think about how the author communicates character traits directly.

Question 2 Easy

What is an example of internal motivation?

💡 Hint: Consider what characters might want emotionally.

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Question 1

What type of motivation is derived from a character's internal desires?

Internal
External
Both

💡 Hint: Think about what characters want for themselves.

Question 2

True or False: Static characters undergo significant changes during the story.

True
False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the definition of static vs. dynamic.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Choose a book or film and analyze how the main character's transformation reflects the central theme of the narrative.

💡 Hint: Reflect on how experiences shape them.

Challenge 2 Hard

Describe the relationship dynamics in a story and how they affect character motivations and overall plot development.

💡 Hint: Consider how relationships create tension or support within the narrative.

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