ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When a character undergoes changes as a result of plot events, he or she is a
A
flat character
B
round character
C
static character
D
dynamic character
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A dynamic character is one who learns a lesson or changes as a person (either for better or for worse). Most main characters and major characters in stories are dynamic. Dynamic characters are the opposite of static characters; while dynamic characters change throughout a story, static characters stay the same.

Detailed explanation-2: -What is a dynamic character? Here’s a quick and simple definition: A dynamic character undergoes substantial internal changes as a result of one or more plot developments. The dynamic character’s change can be extreme or subtle, as long as his or her development is important to the book’s plot or themes.

Detailed explanation-3: -(If we were talking computer talk, we’d say that inside this program that term is “reserved.") In talk about literature, the term “dynamic character” means simply a character who undergoes some important change in the course of the story.

Detailed explanation-4: -Dynamic character definition: a character who changes as a result of the story’s conflicts and plot. Characters can “change” in a variety of ways. They might change their outlook on life, adopt different personality traits, develop new ethical beliefs, or simply come to terms with something difficult.

Detailed explanation-5: -So what’s the difference between static and dynamic characters? The short answer is that if a character changes throughout the story, they’re a dynamic character. If they maintain the same personality and worldview throughout the story, they’re a static character.

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