Creative Writing SA1

Sensory Details

Elements that make a story come alive, allowing readers to experience the narrative through sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

Protagonist

The main character in a story, known as the hero or heroine, who drives the plot.

Antagonist

A character who opposes the protagonist's efforts, which may or may not be equal in force.

Characterization

The method used to introduce and develop characters in a text through various revelations.

Flat Characters

Characters with one or two personality traits, recognizable as stereotypes and remain unchanged throughout the story.

Round Characters

Complex characters with multiple personality traits who are more lifelike and can be contradictory.

First Person Point of View

A narrative style where a character tells the story using the first person pronoun 'I'.

Third Person Omniscient

A narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and actions of all characters.

Tragic Hero

A protagonist who experiences a downfall due to a personal flaw, often at the end of their story.

Dynamic Characters

Characters that evolve and grow throughout the narrative, often reaching an epiphany.

Foil Character

A character that contrasts with another character, typically the protagonist, to highlight specific traits.

Stream of Consciousness

A narrative technique that presents thoughts and sensory perceptions as they flow without a filter.

Point of View

The vantage point or perspective from which a story is narrated.

Static Characters

Characters that do not change or grow throughout the course of a story.

Olfactory Details

Descriptive elements that pertain to the sense of smell and can trigger emotional responses.

Auditory Details

Details that engage the reader's sense of hearing, enhancing the experience of the narrative.

Bit Players

Characters with very small roles in the story, often used to advance the plot.

Sacrificial Characters

Characters whose main purpose is to die, serving a dramatic function in the narrative.

Objective Point of View

A narrative style where the narrator describes events without entering the minds of characters.