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caitlynrizzo
caitlynrizzo
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High School - 11th Grade

Using quotes from Brave New World, how can you describe John as being a flat character?

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Posted by caitlynrizzo on Tuesday October 6, 2009 at 7:27 AM and tagged with brave new world, characterization, flat character, john, quotes.

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  1. archteacher
    archteacher Teacher
    High School - 12th Grade

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    A flat character is a character that only exhibits one "side" to his or her personality.  Some people also describe a flat character as only having one or two personality traits, or refer to a flat character as "one dimensional".  You can address the following to find out how John is a flat character:

    Goals/Desires.  What does John want most out of life?  If you can prove that he only wants one thing or similar things throughout the text, you're doing well.

    Personality.  What personality traits does John have?  Are there only a few?  Do they more or less relate to/fit with one another?  If they do, and if John does not have any traits that conflict with the traits you've listed, you're in good shape.

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    Posted by archteacher on Saturday November 28, 2009 at 5:36 AM