ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the things an author does to develop the characters in a story?
A
characterization
B
setting
C
plot
D
theme
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The answer is that writers develop characters through a variety of techniques: narration, dialogue, interaction with other characters, interaction with setting, and characters’ thoughts.

Detailed explanation-2: -Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character. Characterization is revealed through direct characterization and indirect characterization. Direct Characterization tells the audience what the personality of the character is.

Detailed explanation-3: -The five methods are physical description, action, inner thoughts, reactions, and speech. We examined each method in a short example in order to have a good understanding of how authors use the various methods of characterization to develop the characters and create images for the audience.

Detailed explanation-4: -Answer and Explanation: In a literary work, characterization can contribute to theme by providing depth to the topic the theme is related to. For example, in Stephen Crane’s short story A Mystery of Heroism, a young soldier in the American Civil War struggles with how he is perceived by his peers.

Detailed explanation-5: -Introduce him early, by name. Give readers a look at him. Give him a backstory. Make sure he’s human, vulnerable, and flawed. But also give him classic, potentially heroic qualities. Emphasize his inner life as well as his surface problems. Draw upon your own experience in Character Development. More items •03-Jun-2020

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