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Unit 4: Short Fiction II

AP English Literature and Composition — Note Packet

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Key Terms

Protagonist

The central character whose goals, conflicts, and development drive the ____ forward.

Antagonist

The ____ working against the protagonist.

Foil

A character whose traits ____ with another, often the protagonist, to highlight specific qualities.

Static Character

A character who remains essentially ____ in personality, values, or outlook from beginning to end.

Dynamic Character

A character who undergoes a significant ____ change, often a realization or shift in perspective.

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